Symptoms, treatment, and surgical methods are gaining renewed attention due to the death of pneumothorax and pleural effusion.

What is pneumothorax?

 

Pneumothorax is a type of condition commonly referred to as “pneumothorax.”

 

pneumothorax meaning Air leaks out of the lungs

It refers to a condition in which air is abnormally accumulated between the lungs and the thoracic cavity.

 

This prevents the lungs from expanding properly.
You may experience difficulty breathing and chest pain.

 

The godfather of the recent comedy world Exclusiveness this

He passed away due to worsening pneumothorax.
Many people have become interested in this disease again.

 

 

 

Symptoms of pneumothorax

 

Pneumothorax presents with different symptoms depending on the severity.

 

1. Sudden chest pain

- Sharp, stabbing pain
It occurs suddenly on one side of the chest.
- This pain may radiate to the shoulder or back.

 

2. Shortness of breath

- I feel short of breath and my breathing becomes rapid.
- When doing activities or climbing stairs
Symptoms may become more severe.

 

3. Cough

- Dry cough for no particular reason
It can continue.

 

4. Cyanosis

- In severe cases, the lips or fingertips
It may turn blue.

 

5. Tension pneumothorax

- As the air continues to build up
This is when pressure is applied not only to the lungs but also to the heart and blood vessels.

- tension pneumothorax is in an emergency situation
Immediate treatment is required.

 

 

Causes of pneumothorax

 

Pneumothorax can occur for a variety of reasons.

 

- Spontaneous pneumothorax: Occurs without any specific trauma
- Traumatic pneumothorax: Occurs when the lungs are damaged due to traffic accidents, trauma, etc.
- Pathological pneumothorax: Caused by lung diseases such as tuberculosis, emphysema, and pulmonary fibrosis

 

Professor Jeon Yu-seong's case of pneumothorax like

People who are older or have a history of lung disease
The risk of developing the disease may be increased.

 

 

Mr. Jeon Yu-seong received the procedure last July.
If symptoms of respiratory distress persist,
In the end, he never recovered.

 

 

Diagnosis of pneumothorax

 

Pneumothorax is usually chest X-ray is diagnosed with.

 

If necessary, a CT scan will be performed
Accurately determine the extent of air leakage and lung damage.

 

Also, the lung sounds are reduced on auscultation.
It provides important clues to diagnosis.

 

 

Treatment of pneumothorax

 

Treatment for pneumothorax varies depending on the condition.

 

• small pneumothorax : Recovery is possible with rest and oxygen supply.
• - Moderate or higher : Air must be removed by inserting a chest tube
• - recurrent pneumothorax : pneumothorax surgery Consideration (thoracoscopic surgery, pleurodesis, etc.)

 

pneumothorax surgery

 

If you have frequent relapses or problems with both lungs
Surgery may be required.

 

Making a small hole with a thoracoscope
Suture the injured area or
Part of the lung may also be removed.

 

Also, pleurodesis was performed
By attaching the lungs to the chest wall
Prevents air leaks.

 

 

conclusion

 

pneumothorax is not a disease that can be taken lightly.

 

Sudden chest pain or shortness of breath
Symptoms of pneumothorax If this appears

It is important to seek medical attention immediately.

 

especially tension pneumothorax can be life-threatening

Emergency care and prompt treatment are required.

 

this time The death of Professor Jeon Yu-seong Is

It shows that pneumothorax is a disease that can never be neglected.

 

So early Diagnosis of pneumothorax class

appropriate Treatment of pneumothorax is the most important thing.

 

 

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