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Acta Scientiarum. Health Sciences, 2016 The purpose of chest drainage is to allow lung re-expansion and the reestablishment of the subatmospheric pressure in the pleural space. Properly managing the drainage system minimizes procedure-related complications. This prospective observational study
Amanda Carina Coelho de Morais +3 more
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Failures and complications of thoracic drainage [PDF]
, 2006 Background/Aim. Thoracic drainage is a surgical procedure for introducing a drain into the pleural space to drain its contents. Using this method, the pleura is discharged and set to the physiological state which enables the reexpansion of the lungs. The
Nestorović Milica +3 more
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Hong Kong Journal of Emergency Medicine, Volume 32, Issue 5, October 2025.Abstract Objectives Needle decompression is a lifesaving procedure; however, the success rate may be limited. Chest wall thickness (CWT) is an important factor related to the success rate. This study aimed to identify the optimal anatomical site for needle decompression by comparing CWT and predicted risk of vital organ injury across three locations. A
Chatinan Yusuk +3 more
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Indian Journal of Medical SpecialitiesIntroduction: Spontaneous pneumothorax (SP) commonly presents as continuous, sharp, unilateral chest pain exacerbated by deep inspiration and change of posture.
N. Gopichand +6 more
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A case of missed giant bullae emphysema diagnosed as pneumothorax [PDF]
, 2017 We report a case of a giant bullous emphysema misdiagnosed as a pneumothorax. A 18-year-old chronic smoker presented with right sided chest pain and dyspnoea.
Nik Azlan Nik Muhamad,, Ong, SF
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Trauma Surgery & Acute Care OpenObjectives Percutaneously placed small-bore (14 Fr) catheters and pleural lavage have emerged independently as innovative approaches to hemothorax management.
Michael A Vella +8 more
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Pyothorax in cats and dogs [PDF]
, 2017 Pyothorax, or thoracic empyema, is an infection of the pleural space, characterized by the accumulation of purulent exudate. It is a life-threatening emergency in dogs as well as in cats, with a guarded prognosis.
Daminet, Sylvie +5 more
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In‐Flight Deterioration Occurs Early in Aeromedical Trauma Patients
Emergency Medicine Australasia, Volume 37, Issue 5, October 2025.ABSTRACT Reliably defining the risk of adverse in‐flight events in aeromedical trauma patients could enable more informed pre‐departure treatment and guide central asset allocation to achieve better system‐level outcomes. Unfortunately, the current literature base specifically examining the in‐flight period is sparse.
Benjamin Powell, Susanna Cramb
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Two cases of feline pyothorax : medical versus surgical treatment and associated challenges [PDF]
, 2017 Pyothorax is a rare disease in cats. Underlying causes and treatment recommendations vary greatly between cases. In this case series, the management of two challenging cases of feline pyothorax is discussed.
Bosmans, Tim +7 more
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An Unusual Presentation of a Posterior Mediastinal Schwannoma Associated with Traumatic Hemothorax [PDF]
, 2015 Schwannomas of the thoracic cavity are typically an asymptomatic, benign neurogenic neoplasm of the posterior mediastinum. In this case, we present a traumatic hemothorax as the initial presentation for a previously undiscovered mediastinal mass.
Amin, Ruchi, Waibel, Brett H.
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