Pneumothorax Symptoms
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A pneumothorax is commonly known as a collapsed lung. Normally, the outer surface of the lung sits next to the inner surface of the chest wall. The lung and the chest wall are covered by thin membranes called pleura. A collapsed lung occurs when air escapes from the lungs or leaks through the chest wall and enters the space between the two membranes (pleural cavity). As air builds up, it causes the nearby lung to collapse.
A collapsed lung is usually caused by an injury to the lungs...
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Pneumothorax
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
Pneumothorax is a collection of air or gas in the pleural space of the lung, causing the lung to collapse. Pneumothorax may be the result of an open... Read more »
Spontaneous pneumothorax
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Lung collapse - spontaneous Treatment The objective of treatment is to remove the air from around the lungs, allowing the lung ... Read more »
Spontaneous pneumothorax
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Lung collapse - spontaneous Symptoms Symptoms often begin suddenly, and may occur during rest or sleep. They can include: ... Read more »
Pneumothorax
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
A collapsed lung, or pneumothorax, is the collection of air in the space around the lungs. This buildup of air puts pressure on the lung, so it... Read more »
Spontaneous pneumothorax
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Spontaneous pneumothorax is a collection of air or gas in the chest that causes the lung to collapse. Spontaneous means there is... Read more »
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