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Vilkki VA, Kytö V, Vilkki V, Gunn JM. Retreatment after primary spontaneous pneumothoraxes managed with primary tube thoracostomy or surgery. Scand J Surg 2024; 113:160-165. [PMID: 38623780 DOI: 10.1177/14574969241242316] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/17/2024]
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BACKGROUND AND AIMS There is a paucity of data on later healthcare visits and retreatments after primary treatment of spontaneous pneumothorax. The main purpose of this study was to describe retreatment rates up to 5 years after primary spontaneous pneumothorax treated with either surgery or tube thoracostomy (TT) at index hospitalization in Finland between 2005 and 2018 to estimate the burden of primary spontaneous pneumothorax on the healthcare system. METHODS Retrospective registry-based study of patients with primary spontaneous pneumothorax treated with TT or surgery in Finland in 2005-2018. Rehospitalization and retreatment for recurrent pneumothorax and complications attributable to initial treatment were identified. RESULTS The total study population was 1594 patients. At 5 years, 53.2% (384/722) of TT treated and 33.8% (295/872) of surgically treated patients had undergone any retreatment. Surgery was associated with a lower risk of recurrence than TT (hazard ratio (HR) 0.50, 95% confidence interval (CI) 0.43-0.56, p < 0.001). Male sex was associated with a lower risk of recurrent treatment (HR 0.75, 95% CI 0.63-0.90, p = 0.001). Higher age decreased the risk of recurrent treatment (HR 0.99, 95% CI 0.99-0.99, p < 0.001). At 5 years, 36.0% (260/722) of the TT treated and 18.8% (164/872) of the surgically treated had undergone reoperation at some point. CONCLUSIONS Reintervention rates and repeat hospital visits after TT and surgery were surprisingly high at long-term follow-up. Occurrences of retreatment and reoperation were significantly higher among primary spontaneous pneumothorax patients treated with TT at index hospitalization than among patients treated with surgery.
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- Heart Center, Turku University Hospital and University of Turku, Turku, Finland
- Clinical Research Center, Turku University Hospital, Turku, Finland
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- Heart Center, Turku University Hospital and University of Turku, Turku, Finland
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- Department of Surgery University of Turku PO Box 52 20521 Turku Finland Emergency Services-Tyks Acute Turku University Hospital Turku Finland
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Walker S, Hallifax R, Ricciardi S, Fitzgerald D, Keijzers M, Lauk O, Petersen J, Bertolaccini L, Bodtger U, Clive A, Elia S, Froudarakis M, Janssen J, Lee YCG, Licht P, Massard G, Nagavci B, Neudecker J, Roessner E, Van Schil P, Waller D, Walles T, Cardillo G, Maskell N, Rahman N. Joint ERS/EACTS/ESTS clinical practice guidelines on adults with spontaneous pneumothorax. Eur J Cardiothorac Surg 2024; 65:ezae189. [PMID: 38804185 DOI: 10.1093/ejcts/ezae189] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/31/2023] [Accepted: 02/09/2024] [Indexed: 05/29/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVES The optimal management for spontaneous pneumothorax (SP) remains contentious, with various proposed approaches. This joint clinical practice guideline from the ERS, EACTS and ESTS societies provides evidence-based recommendations for the management of SP. METHODS This multidisciplinary Task Force addressed 12 key clinical questions on the management of pneumothorax, using ERS methodology for guideline development. Systematic searches were performed in MEDLINE and Embase. Evidence was synthesised by conducting meta-analyses, if possible, or narratively. Certainty of evidence was rated with GRADE (Grading, Recommendation, Assessment, Development and Evaluation). The Evidence to Decision framework was used to decide on the direction and strength of the recommendations. RESULTS The panel makes a conditional recommendation for conservative care of minimally symptomatic patients with primary spontaneous pneumothorax (PSP) who are clinically stable. We make a strong recommendation for needle aspiration over chest tube drain for initial PSP treatment. We make a conditional recommendation for ambulatory management for initial PSP treatment. We make a conditional recommendation for early surgical intervention for the initial treatment of PSP in patients who prioritise recurrence prevention. The panel makes a conditional recommendation for autologous blood patch in secondary SP patients with persistent air leak (PAL). The panel could not make recommendations for other interventions, including bronchial valves, suction, pleurodesis in addition to surgical resection or type of surgical pleurodesis. CONCLUSIONS With this international guideline, the ERS, EACTS and ESTS societies provide clinical practice recommendations for SP management. We highlight evidence gaps for the management of PAL and recurrence prevention, with research recommendations made. SHAREABLE ABSTRACT This update of an ERS Task Force statement from 2015 provides a concise comprehensive update of the literature base. 24 evidence-based recommendations were made for management of pneumothorax, balancing clinical priorities and patient views.https://bit.ly/3TKGp9e.
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- Steven Walker
- Academic Respiratory Unit, Southmead Hospital, Bristol, UK
- Junior Chair of the Task Force
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- Oxford Centre for Respiratory Medicine, Oxford University Hospitals NHS Trust, Oxford, UK
- Oxford Respiratory Trials Unit, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK
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- Unit of Thoracic Surgery, Azienda Ospedaliera San Camillo Forlanini, Rome, Italy
- Alma Mater Studiorum, University of Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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- Pleural Medicine Unit, Institute for Respiratory Health, Perth, Australia
- Medical School and Centre for Respiratory Health, University of Western Australia, Perth, Australia
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- Department of Surgery, Maxima Medical Center, Veldhoven, Netherlands
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, University Hospital Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Respiratory Research Unit PLUZ, Department of Respiratory Medicine Zealand, University Hospital, Naestved, Denmark
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- Division of Thoracic Surgery IEO, European Institute of Oncology IRCCS, Milan, Italy
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- Respiratory Research Unit PLUZ, Department of Respiratory Medicine Zealand, University Hospital, Naestved, Denmark
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- North Bristol Lung Centre, Southmead Hospital, Bristol, UK
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- Department of Medicine and Health Sciences "V. Tiberio", University of Molise, Campobasso, Italy
- Thoracic Surgical Oncology Programme, Tor Vergata University Hospital, Rome, Italy
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- Medical School, Democritus University of Thrace, Alexandroupolis, Greece
- Medical School, University Jean Monnet, Saint Etienne, France
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- Department of Pulmonology, Canisius Wilhelmina Hospital, Nijmegen, Netherlands
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- Pleural Medicine Unit, Institute for Respiratory Health, Perth, Australia
- Medical School and Centre for Respiratory Health, University of Western Australia, Perth, Australia
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Odense University Hospital, Odense, Denmark
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, University of Luxembourg, Hôpitaux Robert Schuman, Luxembourg, Luxembourg
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- Institute for Evidence in Medicine, University Medical Center Freiburg, Freiburg, Germany
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- Competence Center for Thoracic Surgery, Charité - Universitätsmedizin, Berlin, Germany
- Department of Surgery, Campus Charité Mitte, Campus Virchow-Klinikum, Berlin, Germany
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Center for Thoracic Diseases, University Medical Center of the Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, Mainz, Germany
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- Department of Thoracic and Vascular Surgery, Antwerp University Hospital, Edegem, Belgium
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- Thorax Centre, St Bartholomew's Hospital, London, UK
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- Clinic for Cardiac and Thoracic Surgery, Magdeburg University Hospital, Magdeburg, Germany
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- Unit of Thoracic Surgery, Azienda Ospedaliera San Camillo Forlanini, Rome, Italy
- Alma Mater Studiorum, University of Bologna, Bologna, Italy
- Unicamillus-International University of Health Sciences, Rome, Italy
- Senior Chairs of the Task Force
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- Academic Respiratory Unit, Southmead Hospital, Bristol, UK
- North Bristol Lung Centre, Southmead Hospital, Bristol, UK
- Senior Chairs of the Task Force
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- Oxford Centre for Respiratory Medicine, Oxford University Hospitals NHS Trust, Oxford, UK
- Oxford Respiratory Trials Unit, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK
- Oxford NIHR Biomedical Research Centre, Oxford, UK
- Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences Oxford Institute, Oxford, UK
- Senior Chairs of the Task Force
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Walker S, Hallifax R, Ricciardi S, Fitzgerald D, Keijzers M, Lauk O, Petersen J, Bertolaccini L, Bodtger U, Clive A, Elia S, Froudarakis M, Janssen J, Lee YCG, Licht P, Massard G, Nagavci B, Neudecker J, Roessner E, Van Schil P, Waller D, Walles T, Cardillo G, Maskell N, Rahman N. Joint ERS/EACTS/ESTS clinical practice guidelines on adults with spontaneous pneumothorax. Eur Respir J 2024; 63:2300797. [PMID: 38806203 DOI: 10.1183/13993003.00797-2023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/31/2023] [Accepted: 02/09/2024] [Indexed: 05/30/2024]
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BACKGROUND The optimal management for spontaneous pneumothorax (SP) remains contentious, with various proposed approaches. This joint clinical practice guideline from the ERS, EACTS and ESTS societies provides evidence-based recommendations for the management of SP. METHODS This multidisciplinary Task Force addressed 12 key clinical questions on the management of pneumothorax, using ERS methodology for guideline development. Systematic searches were performed in MEDLINE and Embase. Evidence was synthesised by conducting meta-analyses, if possible, or narratively. Certainty of evidence was rated with GRADE (Grading of Recommendations, Assessment, Development and Evaluations). The Evidence to Decision framework was used to decide on the direction and strength of the recommendations. RESULTS The panel makes a conditional recommendation for conservative care of minimally symptomatic patients with primary spontaneous pneumothorax (PSP) who are clinically stable. We make a strong recommendation for needle aspiration over chest tube drain for initial PSP treatment. We make a conditional recommendation for ambulatory management for initial PSP treatment. We make a conditional recommendation for early surgical intervention for the initial treatment of PSP in patients who prioritise recurrence prevention. The panel makes a conditional recommendation for autologous blood patch in secondary SP patients with persistent air leak (PAL). The panel could not make recommendations for other interventions, including bronchial valves, suction, pleurodesis in addition to surgical resection or type of surgical pleurodesis. CONCLUSIONS With this international guideline, the ERS, EACTS and ESTS societies provide clinical practice recommendations for SP management. We highlight evidence gaps for the management of PAL and recurrence prevention, with research recommendations made.
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- Steven Walker
- Academic Respiratory Unit, Southmead Hospital, Bristol, UK
- Junior Chair of the Task Force
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- Oxford Centre for Respiratory Medicine, Oxford University Hospitals NHS Trust, Oxford, UK
- Oxford Respiratory Trials Unit, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK
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- Unit of Thoracic Surgery, Azienda Ospedaliera San Camillo Forlanini, Rome, Italy
- Alma Mater Studiorum, University of Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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- Pleural Medicine Unit, Institute for Respiratory Health, Perth, Australia
- Medical School and Centre for Respiratory Health, University of Western Australia, Perth, Australia
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- Department of Surgery, Maxima Medical Center, Veldhoven, The Netherlands
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, University Hospital Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Respiratory Research Unit PLUZ, Department of Respiratory Medicine Zealand, University Hospital, Naestved, Denmark
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- Division of Thoracic Surgery IEO, European Institute of Oncology IRCCS, Milan, Italy
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- Respiratory Research Unit PLUZ, Department of Respiratory Medicine Zealand, University Hospital, Naestved, Denmark
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- North Bristol Lung Centre, Southmead Hospital, Bristol, UK
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- Department of Medicine and Health Sciences "V. Tiberio", University of Molise, Campobasso, Italy
- Thoracic Surgical Oncology Programme, Tor Vergata University Hospital, Rome, Italy
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- Medical School, Democritus University of Thrace, Alexandroupolis, Greece
- Medical School, University Jean Monnet, Saint Etienne, France
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- Department of Pulmonology, Canisius Wilhelmina Hospital, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- Pleural Medicine Unit, Institute for Respiratory Health, Perth, Australia
- Medical School and Centre for Respiratory Health, University of Western Australia, Perth, Australia
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Odense University Hospital, Odense, Denmark
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, University of Luxembourg, Hôpitaux Robert Schuman, Luxembourg, Luxembourg
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- Institute for Evidence in Medicine, University Medical Center Freiburg, Freiburg, Germany
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- Competence Center for Thoracic Surgery, Charité - Universitätsmedizin, Berlin, Germany
- Department of Surgery, Campus Charité Mitte, Campus Virchow-Klinikum, Berlin, Germany
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Center for Thoracic Diseases, University Medical Center of the Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, Mainz, Germany
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- Department of Thoracic and Vascular Surgery, Antwerp University Hospital, Edegem, Belgium
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- Thorax Centre, St Bartholomew's Hospital, London, UK
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- Clinic for Cardiac and Thoracic Surgery, Magdeburg University Hospital, Magdeburg, Germany
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- Unit of Thoracic Surgery, Azienda Ospedaliera San Camillo Forlanini, Rome, Italy
- Alma Mater Studiorum, University of Bologna, Bologna, Italy
- Unicamillus - International University of Health Sciences, Rome, Italy
- Senior Chairs of the Task Force
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- Academic Respiratory Unit, Southmead Hospital, Bristol, UK
- North Bristol Lung Centre, Southmead Hospital, Bristol, UK
- Senior Chairs of the Task Force
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- Oxford Centre for Respiratory Medicine, Oxford University Hospitals NHS Trust, Oxford, UK
- Oxford Respiratory Trials Unit, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK
- Oxford NIHR Biomedical Research Centre, Oxford, UK
- Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences Oxford Institute, Oxford, UK
- Senior Chairs of the Task Force
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Kanne JP, Rother MDM. Pneumothorax: Imaging Diagnosis and Etiology. Semin Roentgenol 2023; 58:440-453. [PMID: 37973273 DOI: 10.1053/j.ro.2023.06.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/17/2023] [Accepted: 06/30/2023] [Indexed: 11/19/2023]
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- Jeffrey P Kanne
- Department of Radiology, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, Madison, WI.
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Jouneau S, Ricard JD, Seguin-Givelet A, Bigé N, Contou D, Desmettre T, Hugenschmitt D, Kepka S, Le Gloan K, Maitre B, Mangiapan G, Marchand-Adam S, Mariolo A, Marx T, Messika J, Noël-Savina E, Oberlin M, Palmier L, Perruez M, Pichereau C, Roche N, Garnier M, Martinez M. [Guidelines for management of patients with primary spontaneous pneumothorax]. Rev Mal Respir 2023; 40:265-301. [PMID: 36870931 DOI: 10.1016/j.rmr.2023.01.020] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/29/2022] [Accepted: 01/04/2023] [Indexed: 03/06/2023]
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- S Jouneau
- Service de pneumologie, Centre de compétences pour les maladies pulmonaires rares, hôpital Pontchaillou, IRSET UMR 1085, université de Rennes 1, Rennes, France.
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- Université Paris Cité, AP-HP, DMU ESPRIT, service de médecine intensive réanimation, hôpital Louis-Mourier, Colombes, France; Inserm IAME U1137, Paris, France
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- Département de chirurgie, Institut du thorax Curie-Montsouris, Institut Mutualiste Montsouris, université Paris Sorbonne Cité, Paris, France
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- Gustave-Roussy, département interdisciplinaire d'organisation du parcours patient, médecine intensive réanimation, Villejuif, France
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- Réanimation polyvalente, centre hospitalier Victor-Dupouy, Argenteuil, France
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- Emergency department, CHU Besançon, laboratory chrono-environnement, UMR 6249 Centre national de la recherche scientifique, université Bourgogne Franche-Comté, Besançon, France
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- Samu-Smur 69, CHU Édouard-Herriot, hospices civils de Lyon, Lyon, France
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- Emergency department, hôpitaux universitaires de Strasbourg, Icube UMR 7357, Strasbourg, France
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- Emergency department, centre hospitalier universitaire de Nantes, Nantes, France
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- Service de pneumologie, centre hospitalier intercommunal de Créteil, unité de pneumologie, GH Mondor, IMRB U 955, équipe 8, université Paris Est Créteil, Créteil, France
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- Unité de pneumologie interventionnelle, service de pneumologie, Groupe ECHOgraphie thoracique (G-ECHO), centre hospitalier intercommunal de Créteil, Créteil, France
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- CHRU de Tours, service de pneumologie et explorations respiratoires fonctionnelles, Tours, France
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- Département de chirurgie, Institut du thorax Curie-Montsouris, Institut Mutualiste Montsouris, Paris, France
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- Emergency department, CHU Besançon, laboratory chrono-environnement, UMR 6249 Centre national de la recherche scientifique, université Bourgogne Franche-Comté, Besançon, France
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- Université Paris Cité, Inserm, physiopathologie et épidémiologie des maladies respiratoires, service de pneumologie B et transplantation pulmonaire, AP-HP, hôpital Bichat, Paris, France
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- Service de pneumologie et soins intensifs respiratoires, Groupe ECHOgraphie thoracique (G-ECHO), CHU Toulouse, Toulouse, France
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- Emergency department, hôpitaux universitaires de Strasbourg, Strasbourg, France
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- Pôle anesthésie réanimation douleur urgences, Nîmes university hospital, Nîmes, France
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- Emergency department, hôpital européen Georges-Pompidou, Paris, France
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- Médecine intensive réanimation, centre hospitalier intercommunal de Poissy Saint-Germain, Poissy, France
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- Service de pneumologie, hôpital Cochin, AP-HP, centre université Paris Cité, UMR1016, Institut Cochin, Paris, France
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- Sorbonne université, AP-HP, GRC29, DMU DREAM, service d'anesthésie-réanimation et médecine périopératoire Rive Droite, site Tenon, Paris, France
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- Pôle urgences, centre hospitalier du Forez, Montbrison, France; Groupement de coopération sanitaire urgences-ARA, Lyon, France
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Jouneau S, Ricard JD, Seguin-Givelet A, Bigé N, Contou D, Desmettre T, Hugenschmitt D, Kepka S, Le Gloan K, Maître B, Mangiapan G, Marchand-Adam S, Mariolo A, Marx T, Messika J, Noël-Savina E, Oberlin M, Palmier L, Perruez M, Pichereau C, Roche N, Garnier M, Martinez† M. Recommandations formalisées d’experts pour la prise en charge des pneumothorax spontanés primaires. ANNALES FRANCAISES DE MEDECINE D URGENCE 2023. [DOI: 10.3166/afmu-2022-0472] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/06/2023]
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Introduction : Le pneumothorax spontané primaire (PSP) est un épanchement gazeux dans la cavité pleurale, survenant hors traumatisme et pathologie respiratoire connue. Des recommandations formalisées d'experts sur le sujet sont justifiées par les pluralités de moyens diagnostiques, stratégies thérapeutiques et disciplines médicochirurgicales intervenant dans leur prise en charge.
Méthodes : Revue bibliographique, analyse de la littérature selon méthodologie GRADE (Grading of Recommendation Assessment, Development and Evaluation) ; propositions de recommandations cotées par experts, patients et organisateurs pour obtenir un consensus. Seuls les avis d'experts avec accord fort ont été retenus.
Résultats : Un décollement sur toute la hauteur de la ligne axillaire et supérieur ou égal à 2 cm au niveau du hile à la radiographie thoracique de face définit la grande abondance. La stratégie thérapeutique dépend de la présentation clinique : exsufflation en urgence pour PSP suffocant ; en l'absence de signe de gravité : prise en charge conservatrice (faible abondance), exsufflation ou drainage (grande abondance). Le traitement ambulatoire est possible si organisation en amont de la filière. Les indications, procédures chirurgicales et l'analgésie périopératoire sont détaillées. Les mesures associées, notamment le sevrage tabagique, sont décrites.
Conclusion : Ces recommandations sont une étape de l'optimisation des stratégies de traitement et de suivi des PSP en France.
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Çıtak N, Özdemir S. Which pneumothorax volume/size measurement method can best predict surgical indication in primary spontaneous pneumothorax patients? A comparison of six different methods. Gen Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2022; 70:871-879. [PMID: 35305198 DOI: 10.1007/s11748-022-01800-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/22/2021] [Accepted: 03/03/2022] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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OBJECTIVES We determined whether patients requiring surgery could be identified using pneumothorax volume/size in the first episode of primary spontaneous pneumothorax (PSP) and confirmed which of six different measurement methods of pneumothorax volume/size best predicted surgical indication (prolonged air leak, PAL, or ipsilateral recurrence). METHODS Between 2013 and 2017, 282 patients with PSP were analysed. The volume of the pneumothorax (%) was calculated using volumetric methods (Collins, Rhea, Kircher, Light), while its size (large or small) was determined using the British Thoracic Society (BTS) and American College of Chest Physicians (ACCP) guidelines for the first PSP episode. The optimal cut-off points of pneumothorax volume in patients requiring surgery were based on the most sensitive and specific scores, calculated using receiver operating characteristic analysis. RESULTS Surgery was indicated in 162 patients (57.4%) because of PAL (n = 92) or ipsilateral recurrence (n = 70). Kircher's method had a better area under the curve (AUC) value than the others (AUC = 0.731, 95% confidence interval [CI] 0.676-0.782). Comparing the calculated cut-off points for each volumetric method and the known thresholds from the BTS/ACCP, the best predictor for surgical indications (for both PAL and ipsilateral recurrence) was Kircher's method (odds ratio = 5.636, 95% CI 3.338-9.516, p < 0.001). The four volumetric methods were significantly correlated with pneumothorax volume (rho ≥ 0.8, p < 0.001, for all comparisons). CONCLUSIONS Pneumothorax volume/size calculated in the first PSP episode may help predict surgical candidates, with Kircher's method being the best predictor. There was a correlation between all the volumetric methods of the pneumothorax volume.
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- Necati Çıtak
- Thoracic Surgery, Bakirkoy Dr Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital, Tevfik Sağlam Cd. E blok 1.Kat, 34010, Istanbul, Turkey.
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- Thoracic Surgery, Bakirkoy Dr Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital, Tevfik Sağlam Cd. E blok 1.Kat, 34010, Istanbul, Turkey
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Short C, Maselli KM, Mallicote MU, Delaplain P, Gayer C. Children with large primary spontaneous pneumothoraxes may benefit from early operative intervention. Pediatr Surg Int 2022; 38:423-429. [PMID: 35076755 DOI: 10.1007/s00383-022-05068-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 01/12/2022] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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PURPOSE The initial management of primary spontaneous pneumothoraxes (PSP) in children remains controversial, particularly regarding the timing of operative intervention. This study aimed to identify factors associated with failure of non-operative management of PSP. METHODS A single-center, retrospective review was performed for patients presenting with PSP. Demographics and clinical predictors were collected. Patients successfully managed non-operatively were compared to failed non-operative management. Fischer exact and Mann-Whitney tests were used as appropriate. RESULTS Fifty-seven pediatric patients were identified as having PSP. Four patients underwent initial surgical intervention, 60% (n = 34) were successfully managed non-operatively, while 33% (n = 19) failed non-operative management and underwent video-assisted thoracic surgery (VATS). Those who failed were more likely to have PSP > 2 cm on initial X-ray (79% vs. 44%, p = 0.021) and have a persistent air leak for > 48 h (47% vs 6%, p ≤ 0.001). LOS was greater in the failure group (11.5 ± 5.1 vs 3.1 ± 2.5, p ≤ 0.001) as well as higher complication rates (21% vs 0%, p = 0.013). CONCLUSION Our findings suggest that patients presenting with PSP of > 2 cm or have a persistent air leak for > 48 h despite chest tube management are unlikely to be treated by chest tube alone and may benefit from earlier operative intervention.
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- Celia Short
- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Children's Hospital Los Angeles, 4650 Sunset Boulevard, Mailstop 100, Los Angeles, CA, 90027, USA
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Children's Hospital Los Angeles, 4650 Sunset Boulevard, Mailstop 100, Los Angeles, CA, 90027, USA
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Children's Hospital Los Angeles, 4650 Sunset Boulevard, Mailstop 100, Los Angeles, CA, 90027, USA
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Children's Hospital Los Angeles, 4650 Sunset Boulevard, Mailstop 100, Los Angeles, CA, 90027, USA
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Children's Hospital Los Angeles, 4650 Sunset Boulevard, Mailstop 100, Los Angeles, CA, 90027, USA.
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Effectiveness of Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery with Bullectomy and Partial Pleurectomy in the Treatment of Primary Spontaneous Pneumothorax-A Retrospective Long-Term Single-Center Analysis. Healthcare (Basel) 2022; 10:healthcare10030410. [PMID: 35326888 PMCID: PMC8953604 DOI: 10.3390/healthcare10030410] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/13/2022] [Revised: 02/16/2022] [Accepted: 02/19/2022] [Indexed: 02/01/2023] Open
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Background: Video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) with bullectomy and partial pleurectomy (VBPP) is an increasingly used and well-established surgical treatment for primary spontaneous pneumothorax (PSP). However, reports on its effectiveness and long-term outcomes are limited. The aim of this study was to assess and compare long-term recurrence rates following VBPP and chest tube (CT) treatment and to identify potential risk factors for disease recurrence in patients with PSP. Methods: A total of 116 patients treated either by VBPP or CT were included in this study. Long-term recurrence rates and associations between clinical parameters and recurrence of pneumothorax were analyzed. Results: Sixty-two patients (53.4%) underwent VBPP, whereas 54 (46.6%) patients underwent CT treatment only. During a median follow-up period of 76.5 months, VBPP patients experienced a significantly lower recurrence rate compared to CT patients (6/62 vs. 35/54; p < 0.0001). CT treatment (VBPP vs. CT; p < 0.001) and a large initial pneumothorax size (Collins < 4 vs. Collins ≥ 4; p = 0.018) were independent risk factors for pneumothorax recurrence. Conclusion: VBPP is an effective and safe surgical treatment for PSP. Therefore, patients with a large pneumothorax size might benefit from VBPP, as they are at high risk for disease recurrence.
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Özdemir S, Çitak N. Determination of Risk Factors for Recurrence in First Episode Pneumothorax. Indian J Surg 2022. [DOI: 10.1007/s12262-021-03274-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/19/2022] Open
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Tülüce K, Türüt H. Management of primary spontaneous pneumothorax: Our single-center, five-year experience. TURK GOGUS KALP DAMAR CERRAHISI DERGISI 2022; 30:75-82. [PMID: 35444856 PMCID: PMC8990153 DOI: 10.5606/tgkdc.dergisi.2022.21242] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/10/2020] [Accepted: 02/23/2021] [Indexed: 04/08/2023]
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BACKGROUND In this study, we aimed to analyze the effects of admission time to the hospital and different variables on the treatment efficiency and to evaluate the recurrence during the clinical management process in patients with the diagnosis of primary spontaneous pneumothorax. METHODS A total of 149 patients with primary spontaneous pneumothorax (131 males, 18 females; mean age: 24.8±6.8 years; range, 17 to 35 years) treated in our clinic between January 2015 and December 2019 were retrospectively analyzed. Time from symptom onset to hospital admission (admission time) was classified as three periods: <24 h, between 24 and 72 h, and >72 h. Data including admission time, demographic and clinical characteristics, smoking history, body mass index, the use of pleurectomy or pleural abrasion during surgery were collected from the charts of the patients. RESULTS Admission time had no statistically significant effect on the length of hospital stay, recurrence, and the need for surgery. Male sex, smoking history, and lower body mass index had no significant effect on the recurrence. Recurrence and length of hospital stay did not significantly differ between the patients in whom pleurectomy or pleural abrasion added to the procedure during the operation. CONCLUSION A longer interval between symptom onset and hospital admission and lower body mass index have no adverse effect on treatment outcomes and the recurrence in patients with primary spontaneous pneumothorax. Despite the fact that surgical treatment significantly decreases the recurrence rate, pleurectomy and pleural abrasion techniques have no significant difference on the clinical influence and recurrence of these patients.
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- Kerim Tülüce
- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan University Training and Research Hospital, Rize, Turkey
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan University Training and Research Hospital, Rize, Turkey
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Namwaing P, Chaisuksant S, Sawadpanich R, Anukunananchai T, Timinkul A, Sakaew W, Sawunyavisuth B, Boonsawat W, Khamsai S, Sawanyawisuth K. Factors Associated with Duration of Intercostal Chest Drainage in Patients with Primary Spontaneous Pneumothorax and the Role of Pulmonary Rehabilitation. Open Access Emerg Med 2021; 13:569-573. [PMID: 34938130 PMCID: PMC8687673 DOI: 10.2147/oaem.s336637] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/01/2021] [Accepted: 11/22/2021] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Purpose Primary spontaneous pneumothorax (PSP) is an urgent/emergency condition. Treatment with intercostal chest drainage (ICD) is necessary, particularly in symptomatic patients or those with tension. A previous study found that systematic breathing exercise significantly reduced ICD duration when compared with controls. This study aimed to evaluate if pulmonary rehabilitation can reduce the duration of ICD treatment in patients with PSP. Patients and Methods This was a retrospective study of patients diagnosed with PSP treated with ICD. Duration of ICD treatment was recorded from patients' medical charts. Factors associated with ICD duration were calculated using linear regression analysis. Results There were 66 patients who met the study criteria, with average (SD) age and body mass index of 31.68 (13.53) years and 20.94 (2.72) kg/m2. The majority of the patients were male (72.73%), and average (SD) duration of ICD treatment was 9.90 (7.83) days. Three factors remained in the final model: body mass index, systolic blood pressure, and recurrent PSP. Two factors were independently associated with longer ICD duration: systolic blood pressure and recurrent PSP, with adjusted coefficients of 0.21 (p value 0.041) and 7.69 (p value 0.039), respectively. Pulmonary rehabilitation was not included in the final model. Conclusion Patients with a history of recurrent PSP or high systolic blood pressure at presentation may require longer ICD duration. Pulmonary rehabilitation was not associated with the duration of ICD treatment.
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- Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand
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- Department of Anatomy, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand
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- Department of Marketing, Faculty of Business Administration and Accountancy, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand
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- Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand
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- Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand
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Pneumothorax is a common problem worldwide. Pneumothorax develops secondary to diverse aetiologies; in many cases, there may be no recognizable lung abnormality. The pathogenetic mechanism(s) causing spontaneous pneumothorax may be related to an interplay between lung-related abnormalities and environmental factors such as smoking. Tobacco smoking is a major risk factor for primary spontaneous pneumothorax; chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is most frequently associated with secondary spontaneous pneumothorax. This review article provides an overview of the historical perspective, epidemiology, classification, and aetiology of pneumothorax. It also aims to highlight current knowledge and understanding of underlying risks and pathophysiological mechanisms in pneumothorax development.
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- Nai-Chien Huan
- Department of Pulmonology, Serdang Hospital, Kajang, Malaysia
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- Edith Cowan University, Perth, Australia; Department of Respiratory Medicine, Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital, Perth, Australia
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital, Perth, Australia; School of Medicine, University of Western Australia, Perth, Australia.
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Fung S, Alexander A, Ashmawy H, Dizdar L, Safi S, Rehders A, Fluegen G, Knoefel WT. Socioeconomic Impact of Recurrent Primary Spontaneous Pneumothorax: Should Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery Be Considered at First Episode of Primary Spontaneous Pneumothorax? Healthcare (Basel) 2021; 9:healthcare9091236. [PMID: 34575010 PMCID: PMC8466303 DOI: 10.3390/healthcare9091236] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/17/2021] [Revised: 09/13/2021] [Accepted: 09/16/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Current guidelines recommend video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) for recurrent primary spontaneous pneumothorax (PSP) and for cases with persistent air leak after chest tube treatment. The socioeconomic impact of recurrent PSP on the healthcare system is insufficiently reported. METHODS Ninety-six patients treated for PSP between 01/2010 and 01/2020 were included. Forty-eight patients underwent primary VATS, while the second group received chest tube (CT) treatment only. Length of hospital stay (LOS), duration of chest tube, prolonged air leak, postoperative complications, recurrences and treatment costs were analyzed. RESULTS Prolonged air leaks were evident in 12.5% and 22.9% patients of the VATS and CT group, respectively. Ten (20.8%) patients in the CT group underwent VATS for persistent air leakage. During follow-up, the VATS group recurred at 8.3% compared to 52.1% in the CT group. The total cost of treatment per patient, including treatment cost due to recurrence, was EUR 1.501 in the VATS group and EUR 2.233 in the CT group. CONCLUSIONS Primary treatment of PSP by CT is associated with an increased socioeconomic burden for patients and the healthcare system due to high recurrence rates. This burden may be reduced if VATS is considered at the first episode of PSP.
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Abuejheisheh A, Qaddumi JAS, Darawad MW. Chest drains: prevalence of insertion and ICU nurses' knowledge of care. Heliyon 2021; 7:e07719. [PMID: 34430730 PMCID: PMC8365372 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2021.e07719] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/02/2020] [Revised: 04/09/2021] [Accepted: 08/02/2021] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
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Background Even though literature revealed the problem of nurses' knowledge deficit regarding the care of chest drain in general, no study that investigated the prevalence of chest drains in ICUs and nurses' knowledge of chest drain among Jordanian nurses was found in the literature. This study aims were to describe the prevalence rate of chest drain insertion in Jordanian ICUs, and to evaluate Jordanian nurses’ level of knowledge regarding chest drain care. Methods Anon-experimental descriptive design using cross-sectional survey was used for evaluating nurses’ knowledge utilizing researchers-developed instrument. In addition, a retrospective chart review for patients who had chest drain in the previous three months to assess the prevalence rate of chest drain insertion. Data was analysis using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) program. Results The 3-month period prevalence of chest drain insertion was 8%. The most common indication for chest drains insertion was cardiac surgery (84.8%, n = 134) followed by pleural effusion (6.3%, n = 10). The results revealed that the mean score for nurses’ knowledge regarding care of chest drain was 15.7 out of 30 (52.3%), with the majority had insufficient or intermediate level of knowledge (47.6%, n = 107 vs. 51.1%, n = 115). The areas with least level of knowledge were in the troubleshooting (31.9%), and removal (39.5%). Nurses from private hospitals had significantly higher (M = 16, SD ± 2.77) level of knowledge (F[2, 222] = 8.467, p < .001) than nurses from other sectors. Conclusions Chest drain is prevalent in Jordanian ICUs, which requires nurses to know how to care for patients with this critical intervention. However, they seemed to lack the needed knowledge for the appropriate care. Developing, implementing and continuous monitoring of guidelines regarding chest drain care for nurses and physicians are recommended.
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- Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, An-Najah National University, PO box 7, Nablus, Palestine
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Jang HJ, Lee JH, Nam SH, Ro SK. Fate of contralateral asymptomatic bullae in patients with primary spontaneous pneumothorax. Eur J Cardiothorac Surg 2021; 58:365-370. [PMID: 32182337 DOI: 10.1093/ejcts/ezaa054] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/02/2019] [Revised: 01/20/2020] [Accepted: 01/29/2020] [Indexed: 01/09/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVES This retrospective cohort study aimed to analyse the impact of asymptomatic blebs/bullae on the occurrence of primary spontaneous pneumothorax (PSP) by monitoring the natural course of contralateral blebs/bullae in patients with ipsilateral pneumothorax. METHODS From January 2003 to December 2017, 1055 patients [age 19.6 ± 3.98 years (mean ± standard deviation), 953 men] experiencing the first episode of unilateral PSP were enrolled in this study, excluding patients aged 30 years or more. The presence, number and maximal size of the blebs/bullae were investigated in contralateral asymptomatic lungs based on high-resolution computed tomography. RESULTS Multiple and single blebs/bullae were noted in contralateral lungs in 425 (40.3%) and 88 (8.3%) patients, respectively. The median follow-up period was 44.0 (interquartile range 71.5) months. The 1-, 3- and 5-year cumulative occurrence rates of PSP in contralateral lungs were 7.9%, 13.7% and 16.7%, respectively. On multivariable analysis, younger age [hazard ratio (HR) 1.19, 95% confidence interval (CI) 1.12-1.27; P < 0.001) and multiple bullae (HR 4.42, 95% CI 3.06-6.38; P < 0.001) were independent risk factors for spontaneous pneumothorax in the contralateral lung. The 5-year cumulative occurrence rates of PSP were significantly higher in patients with multiple blebs/bullae than in those with no or a single bleb/bulla (28.2% vs 8.5%, respectively; P < 0.001). CONCLUSIONS Asymptomatic blebs/bullae often lead to PSP. If the patient is eligible for surgery for pneumothorax, preemptive surgery for contralateral bullae could be considered, especially in patients with multiple blebs/bullae.
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- Hyo Jun Jang
- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Hanyang University Seoul Hospital, Hanyang University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Hanyang University Seoul Hospital, Hanyang University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Hanyang University Guri Hospital, Hanyang University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Hanyang University Guri Hospital, Hanyang University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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Liang H, Liu Y, Jiang J, Zhong G. Is surgery a risk factor for contralateral recurrence pneumothorax in adolescent with primary spontaneous pneumothorax? Gen Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2021; 69:1492-1498. [PMID: 34097199 DOI: 10.1007/s11748-021-01663-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/18/2021] [Accepted: 06/02/2021] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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OBJECTIVES Controversy exists regarding the justification of primary surgery in primary spontaneous pneumothorax, and surgery is not free from recurrence. We hypothesized that surgery is a risk factor for contralateral recurrence pneumothorax in adolescent. METHODS We performed a retrospective cohort study of 163 adolescent with pneumothorax who were treated conservatively with chest tube (n = 100) or chest tube followed by video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (n = 63) from January 2009 through December 2017. RESULTS Ipsilateral recurrence was significantly more common following conservative treatment than surgical treatment (25.0 vs. 3.2%, P < 0.001), while contralateral recurrence was more common in the surgical group than in the conservative group (15.9 vs. 6.0%, P = 0.039). The rates of second episode pneumothorax did not significantly differ between the two treatment groups (P = 0.092). Univariate analysis identified that patients who were treated conservatively had greater risk of ipsilateral recurrence (P = 0.002), while those who proceeded to surgery had greater risk of contralateral recurrence (P = 0.046). No predictors for second episode pneumothorax were found. CONCLUSION To avoid over treatment, we recommend that conservative treatment should be the superior option and CT scan should not be a routine examination in adolescent with their first episode of PSP.
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- Henglun Liang
- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Guangzhou Panyu Central Hospital, Guangdong, 511400, People's Republic of China.
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- Information Statistics Center, Guangzhou Panyu Central Hospital, Guangdong, 511400, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Guangzhou Panyu Central Hospital, Guangdong, 511400, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Radiology, Guangzhou Panyu Central Hospital, Guangdong, 511400, People's Republic of China
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Wilson PM, Rymeski B, Xu X, Hardie W. An evidence-based review of primary spontaneous pneumothorax in the adolescent population. J Am Coll Emerg Physicians Open 2021; 2:e12449. [PMID: 34179877 PMCID: PMC8212556 DOI: 10.1002/emp2.12449] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/07/2021] [Revised: 04/16/2021] [Accepted: 04/20/2021] [Indexed: 02/03/2023] Open
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Primary spontaneous pneumothorax (PSP) is a relatively common problem in emergency medicine. The incidence of PSP peaks in adolescence and is most common in tall, thin males. Recent advances in the care of patients with PSP have called into question traditional approaches to management. This clinical review highlights the changing management strategies for PSP and concludes with a proposed evidence-based pathway to guide the care of adolescents with PSP.
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- Paria M. Wilson
- Department of PediatricsUniversity of CincinnatiCollege of MedicineCincinnatiOhioUSA
- Division of Emergency MedicineCincinnati Children's Hospital Medical CenterCincinnatiOhioUSA
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- Division of Pediatric SurgeryCincinnati Children's Hospital Medical CenterCincinnatiOhioUSA
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- Department of RheumatologyImmunology & AllergyRespiratory MedicineThe Children's HospitalZhejiang University School of MedicineNational Clinical Research Center for Child HealthHangzhouChina
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- Department of PediatricsUniversity of CincinnatiCollege of MedicineCincinnatiOhioUSA
- Division of Pulmonary MedicineCincinnati Children's Hospital Medical CenterCincinnatiOhioUSA
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Louw EH, Shaw JA, Koegelenberg CFN. New insights into spontaneous pneumothorax: A review. Afr J Thorac Crit Care Med 2021; 27:10.7196/AJTCCM.2021.v27i1.054. [PMID: 34240041 PMCID: PMC8203058 DOI: 10.7196/ajtccm.2021.v27i1.054] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 03/10/2020] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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A spontaneous pneumothorax is a pneumothorax that does not arise from trauma or an iatrogenic cause. Although the traditional classification of either primary or secondary spontaneous pneumothorax based on the absence or presence of overt underlying lung disease is still widely used, it is now well recognised that primary spontaneous pneumothorax is associated with underlying pleuropulmonary disease. Current evidence indicates that computed tomography screening for underlying disease should be considered in patients who present with spontaneous pneumothorax. Recent evidence suggests that conservative management has similar recurrence rates, less complications and shorter hospital stay compared with invasive interventions, even in large primary spontaneous pneumothoraces of >50%. A more conservative approach which is based on clinical assessment rather than pneumothorax size can thus be followed during the acute management in selected stable patients. The purpose of this review is to revisit the aetiology of spontaneous pneumothorax, identify which patients should be investigated for secondary causes and to give an overview of the management strategies at initial presentation as well as secondary prevention.
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- E H Louw
- Division of Pulmonology, Department of Medicine, Stellenbosch University and Tygerberg Academic Hospital, Cape Town, South Africa
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- Division of Pulmonology, Department of Medicine, Stellenbosch University and Tygerberg Academic Hospital, Cape Town, South Africa
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- Division of Pulmonology, Department of Medicine, Stellenbosch University and Tygerberg Academic Hospital, Cape Town, South Africa
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A pneumothorax is defined by the presence of free air between the pleura visceralis and the pleura partietalis. The lung separates from the chest wall, which then, depending on several parameters, leads to a slight or clinically threatening impairment of lung function. Non-specific signs such as thoracic pain or coughing are common and do not correlate with the extent of the pneumothorax. Almost without exception, the cause of this accumulation of air is a leakage in the lung's surface, which then results in air escaping into the pleural space. Depending on the cause of the "lung leakage", a distinction is made between a primary (idiopathic) spontaneous pneumothorax (PSP) that can be triggered without direct cause, and a secondary spontaneous pneumothorax (SSP) in case of an underlying known lung disease. Further between an iatrogenic pneumothorax in connection with a lung injury caused by medical measures, and a traumatic pneumothorax in the case of an accident-related lung tear. The relevant therapeutic goals are the elimination of the acute symptoms, the reliable achievement of re-expansion of the lungs, and, after appropriate information gathering about the probability and clinical significance of a pneumothorax recurrence and depending on the patient's wish, avoiding a recurrence by means of surgical measures. The therapy options range from a "wait-and-see" procedure, that merely monitors the findings, to a primary video-assisted thoracoscopic surgical therapy with detection and resection of the superficial lung lesion, as well as a measurement to obliterate the pleural cavity that prevents relapse. Regarding "follow-up care" or even behavioral recommendations after a pneumothorax, there are no recommendations that reduce the risk of recurrence.
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Jeon HW, Kim YD, Sim SB. Should We Consider the Resected Lung Volume in Primary Spontaneous Pneumothorax? World J Surg 2021; 44:2797-2803. [PMID: 32328783 DOI: 10.1007/s00268-020-05522-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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BACKGROUND Although bullectomy is the most curative treatment in primary spontaneous pneumothorax (PSP), postoperative recurrence is not uncommon. New bulla formation at the staple line is the most common cause of recurrence. However, the mechanism is not known. We believe that the pressure gradient plays the main role in new bulla formation. A large resection amount induces a prolonged pressure gradient for obliteration of the residual space. This study aimed to identify the association between resected lung volume and recurrence. METHODS The medical records of patients who underwent video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) bullectomy were reviewed between October 2010 and December 2017. A total of 396 patients underwent surgery for spontaneous pneumothorax. The electronic medical records (EMRs) of the patients were reviewed. Patients with secondary spontaneous pneumothorax were excluded. Patients who were diagnosed with emphysema on CT were excluded. Patients with PSP were excluded from the study if the bulla was not located in the apex or if there was no ruptured bulla at the time of the operation. Patients who lacked EMRs were also excluded. We reviewed the medical records of 276 patients. The apical resected lung volume was estimated using a conical volumetric formula with the use of the specimen size. The risk factors for postoperative recurrence were analyzed. RESULTS The median age was 19 years old (range 13-36). A total of 261 patients were male (94.6%). The median body weight and body mass index (BMI) were 58 kg (range 40-82) and 18.92 (range 15.21-26.47), respectively. In 24 patients, both sides were operated on simultaneously. The resected lung volume was obtained by using a conical volumetric formula, and the value was divided by the BMI value. The median value was 1.43 (0.03-5.67). The median operative time was 35 min (range 15-120). The median postoperative day was 4 (range 2-12). Age (p = 0.006), the value of the resected lung volume divided by BMI (p = 0.003), bilateral bullectomy (p = 0.013) and transverse diameter (p = 0.034) were associated with postoperative recurrence according to the univariate analysis. According to the multivariate analysis, age and the value of the lung volume divided by BMI were significant risk factors for postoperative recurrence. CONCLUSIONS Younger age and a large resected lung volume and a low BMI are associated with postoperative recurrence after VATS bullectomy for PSP.
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- Hyun Woo Jeon
- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Bucheon St. Mary's Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, 222 Banpo-daero, Seocho-gu, Bucheon, Seoul, 137-701, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Bucheon St. Mary's Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, 222 Banpo-daero, Seocho-gu, Bucheon, Seoul, 137-701, Republic of Korea.
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Bucheon St. Mary's Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, 222 Banpo-daero, Seocho-gu, Bucheon, Seoul, 137-701, Republic of Korea
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Chiu CY, Chen JR, Yin SY, Wang CJ, Chen TP, Hsieh TY. Histopathologic Findings Associated With Matrix Metalloproteinases Proceeding to Recurrence of Primary Spontaneous Pneumothorax in Adolescents. Front Pediatr 2021; 9:788336. [PMID: 34926357 PMCID: PMC8671608 DOI: 10.3389/fped.2021.788336] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/02/2021] [Accepted: 11/08/2021] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
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Background: Primary spontaneous pneumothorax is potentially life-threatening, and its recurrence is always a serious problem. Pathological examination provides molecular insights into the pathophysiology of primary spontaneous pneumothorax. Objectives: To investigate the association of histopathologic features of primary spontaneous pneumothorax with matrix metalloproteinase expression and their relevance to the recurrence. Methods: A total of 217 tissue section slides in 172 adolescent patients with primary spontaneous pneumothorax were retrospectively reviewed from January 2001 to June 2020. All histopathologic features were recorded and pathologic findings related to ipsilateral recurrence and second surgery were analyzed. Serum levels of matrix metalloproteinases were prospectively measured in 25 primary spontaneous pneumothorax patients receiving surgery and 18 healthy controls. Their relevance to the histopathologic features of primary spontaneous pneumothorax related to its recurrence was also examined. Results: The major presenting histopathologic findings of primary spontaneous pneumothorax were bleb/bulla (98%) followed by fibrosis (68%). Low prevalence of the pathologic findings of granulation tissue and macrophage accumulation were significantly associated with recurrent primary spontaneous pneumothorax, whereas fibrosis was significantly higher in patients receiving more than once surgery. Furthermore, the ratios of matrix metalloproteinase-2/tissue inhibitor of metalloproteinase-1 and matrix metalloproteinase-9/tissue inhibitor of metalloproteinase-1 were significantly higher in theses pathological findings as well as multinucleated giant cells and mesothelial cell hyperplasia in comparison with healthy controls. Conclusions: Low prevalence of macrophage accumulation and granulation tissue related to the overexpression of matrix metalloproteinase-2 and-9 activities may contribute to healing impairment and primary spontaneous pneumothorax recurrence.
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- Chih-Yung Chiu
- Department of Pediatrics and Division of Pediatric Pulmonology, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital at Linkou, College of Medicine, Chang Gung University, Taoyuan, Taiwan
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- Department of Pathology and Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital at Keelung, College of Medicine, Chang Gung University, Taoyuan, Taiwan
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- Department of Surgery and Division of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital at Keelung, Keelung, Taiwan
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- Department of Pediatrics and Division of Pediatric Pulmonology, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital at Linkou, College of Medicine, Chang Gung University, Taoyuan, Taiwan
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- Department of Surgery and Division of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital at Keelung, Keelung, Taiwan
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- Department of Pathology and Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital at Keelung, College of Medicine, Chang Gung University, Taoyuan, Taiwan
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Chest Tube Drainage Versus Conservative Management as the Initial Treatment of Primary Spontaneous Pneumothorax: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. J Clin Med 2020; 9:jcm9113456. [PMID: 33121119 PMCID: PMC7693596 DOI: 10.3390/jcm9113456] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/05/2020] [Revised: 10/19/2020] [Accepted: 10/26/2020] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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Objectives: This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to compare chest tube drainage and conservative management as the initial treatment of primary spontaneous pneumothorax (PSP). Methods: Studies including PSP patients who received tube drainage or conservative management as the initial treatment were searched in OVID-MEDLINE and Embase through 14 February 2020. The primary outcome was the relative risk (RR) of PSP recurrence, and secondary outcomes were RRs of PSP resolution and adverse events during treatment. A random-effect model using the Mantel–Haenszel method was used to pool RRs. Subgroup and meta-regression analyses were performed to investigate significant predictors of PSP recurrence. Results: In total, 11,922 PSP cases from eight studies were analysed, of which 6344 were treated with tube drainage and 5578 were treated with conservative management. The pooled RR of PSP recurrence for conservative management against tube drainage was 0.98 (95% confidence interval [CI], 0.75–1.28; p = 0.894). Subgroup and meta-regression analyses revealed that study design (p = 0.816), allocation of the PSP amount in each management group (p = 0.191), and assessment time for recurrence had no significant impact on PSP recurrence (p = 0.816). There was no publication bias (p = 0.475). The risk of adverse events of conservative management was significantly lower than that of tube drainage (pooled RR, 0.22; 95% CI, 0.08–1.15; p = 0.003). However, no difference was found between the two groups in terms of PSP resolution (pooled RR, 1.01; 95% CI, 0.9–1.15; p = 0.814). Conclusions: As the initial treatment for PSP, conservative management is comparable to chest tube drainage in terms of PSP recurrence and resolution after treatment, with fewer adverse events during treatment.
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Recurrence of primary spontaneous pneumothorax: Associated factors. Pulmonology 2020; 28:276-283. [PMID: 32601016 DOI: 10.1016/j.pulmoe.2020.06.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/12/2020] [Revised: 05/30/2020] [Accepted: 06/02/2020] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION Determining the risk of recurrence of primary spontaneous pneumothorax is challenging. The objective of this study was to develop a risk assessment model to predict the probability of recurrence in patients with spontaneous pneumothorax. METHODS A retrospective study was performed of all episodes of pneumothorax diagnosed in the last 12 years in a hospital, in patients not initially submitted to surgery. Logistic regression was used to estimate the probability of recurrence. Based on a set of variables, a predictive model was built with its corresponding ROC curve to determine its discrimination power and diagnostic precision. RESULTS Of the 253 patients included, 128 (50.6%) experienced recurrence (37% within the first year). Recurrence was detected within 110 days in 25% of patients. The median of time to recurrence for the whole population was 1120 days. The presence of blebs/bullae was found to be a risk factor of recurrence (OR: 5.34; 95% CI: 2.81-10.23; p=0.000), whereas chest drainage exerted protective effect (OR: 0.19; 95% CI: 0.08-0.40; p=0.000). The variables included in the regression model constructed were hemoglobin and leukocyte count in blood, treatment received, and presence of blebs/bullae, with a fair discriminative power to predict recurrence [AUC=0.778 (95% CI: 0.721-0.835)]. CONCLUSION The overall recurrence rate was high and was associated with the presence of blebs/bullae, failure to perform an active intervention (chest drainage) and low levels of hemoglobin and leukocytes in blood. Recurrence rarely occurs later than three years after the first episode. Once validated, this precision model could be useful to guide therapeutic decisions.
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Olesen WH, Titlestad IL, Andersen PE, Lindahl-Jacobsen R, Licht PB. Incidence of primary spontaneous pneumothorax: a validated, register-based nationwide study. ERJ Open Res 2019; 5:00022-2019. [PMID: 31205930 PMCID: PMC6556594 DOI: 10.1183/23120541.00022-2019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/23/2019] [Accepted: 03/09/2019] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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Objectives The incidence of primary spontaneous pneumothorax is partly unknown. Commonly quoted estimates were published decades ago and recent large-scale epidemiological publications lack validation. We validated the pneumothorax diagnosis in a national registry and estimated the incidence of primary spontaneous pneumothorax in young patients. Methods Complete data on patients with an assigned pneumothorax diagnosis was retrieved from the National Danish Patient Registry. Initially, we validated the diagnosis in a selected population: all patient charts with an assigned pneumothorax diagnosis from one cardiothoracic department over a 25-year period (1984–2008) were reviewed. Subsequently, the national incidence of primary spontaneous pneumothorax in young, healthy individuals was estimated by restricting our population to patients ≤40 years of age admitted during a 5-year period (2009–2014). We performed a systematic read-though of patient charts in 50% of the complete national cohort to ensure that we only included patients with their first episode of primary spontaneous pneumothorax. Results Validation revealed a poor inter-rater agreement (κ=0.08). Therefore, we abstained from further analysis on directly retrieved data from the national database. Subsequently, a systematic re-evaluation of 7022 patients revealed an incidence rate of 12.3 cases per 100 000 (95% CI 11.5–13.1) in males and 2.2 cases per 100 000 (95% CI 1.9–2.6) in females (male/female ratio 5.9). Compared with the general Danish population, pneumothorax patients had a lower body mass index (p<0.001) and smoked more than the Danish population in general (p<0.001). Conclusions The incidence of primary spontaneous pneumothorax in a validated national study was lower than previously reported. The overall incidence of primary spontaneous pneumothorax was much lower in a validated, register-based nationwide study than previously reported. There were large sex-related differences and a confirmed, strong male predominancehttp://ow.ly/Uxjp30ob9Fz
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- Danish Aging Research Center, Unit of Epidemiology, Biostatistics and Biodemography, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark.,Max Planck Odense Center on Biodemography of Aging, Odense, Denmark
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- Dept of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Odense University Hospital, Odense, Denmark
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Daemen JHT, Lozekoot PWJ, Maessen JG, Gronenschild MHM, Bootsma GP, Hulsewé KWE, Vissers YJL, de Loos ER. Chest tube drainage versus video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery for a first episode of primary spontaneous pneumothorax: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Eur J Cardiothorac Surg 2019; 56:819-829. [DOI: 10.1093/ejcts/ezz116] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/27/2018] [Revised: 02/25/2019] [Accepted: 03/04/2019] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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Primary spontaneous pneumothorax affects up to 28 patients per 100 000 population yearly and is commonly resolved by chest tube drainage. However, drainage is also known to be associated with ipsilateral recurrence rates ranging from 25% to 43%. Preventive video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) may be an effective alternative to diminish these recurrence rates and its associated morbidity. The aim of this study was to compare the efficacy of chest tube drainage and VATS as first line treatments of an initial episode of primary spontaneous pneumothorax. The MEDLINE, EMBASE, CENTRAL and Clinicaltrials.gov databases were searched through 16 September 2018. Data regarding the ipsilateral recurrence rate and the length of hospitalization were extracted and submitted to meta-analysis using the random-effects model and the I2 test for heterogeneity. Two randomized controlled trials and 2 observational studies were included, enrolling a total of 479 patients. Pairwise analysis demonstrated significantly reduced ipsilateral recurrence rates [odds ratio 0.15, 95% confidence interval (CI) 0.07–0.33; P < 0.00001] and length of hospitalization (standardized mean difference −2.19, 95% CI −4.34 to −0.04; P = 0.046) in favour of VATS. However, a significant level of heterogeneity was detected for the length of hospitalization (I2 = 97%; P < 0.00001). Subgroup analysis that stratified study design found no statistical differences regarding recurrence rate. In conclusion, VATS can be an effective and attractive alternative to standard chest tube drainage, with reduced ipsilateral recurrence rates and length of hospitalization. However, given the low quality of the majority of included studies, more well-designed randomized controlled trials are necessary to strengthen the current evidence.
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- Jean H T Daemen
- Division of General Thoracic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Zuyderland Medical Centre, Heerlen, Netherlands
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- Division of General Thoracic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Zuyderland Medical Centre, Heerlen, Netherlands
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Maastricht University Medical Centre, Maastricht, Netherlands
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- Department of Pulmonology, Zuyderland Medical Centre, Heerlen, Netherlands
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- Division of General Thoracic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Zuyderland Medical Centre, Heerlen, Netherlands
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- Division of General Thoracic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Zuyderland Medical Centre, Heerlen, Netherlands
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- Division of General Thoracic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Zuyderland Medical Centre, Heerlen, Netherlands
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Kantar Y, Durukan P, Hasdıraz L, Baykan N, Yakar Ş, Kaymaz ND. An Analysis of Patients who Underwent Tube Thoracostomy in the Emergency Department: A Single Center Study. Turk Thorac J 2019; 20:25-29. [PMID: 30664423 DOI: 10.5152/turkthoracj.2018.18056] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/08/2018] [Accepted: 07/02/2018] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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OBJECTIVES The aim of this study was to determine the demographic and clinical characteristics of patients who underwent tube thoracostomy in the emergency department (ED). The secondary aim of the study was to evaluate parameters such as the diagnosis for which the patients underwent tube thoracostomy, the imaging techniques used during diagnosis, and complications related to the procedure. MATERIALS AND METHODS This prospective study was conducted in the ED between June 1, 2015 and May 31, 2016. The study included 125 patients aged >18 years, of both sexes, who presented to the ED during this period and who underwent tube thoracostomy. RESULTS The patients comprised 91 (73%) males and 34 (27%) females. Of the 125 patients, 21 (17%) presented directly to the ED, 8 (6%) were referred from a polyclinic, 82 (66%) were brought by ambulance, and 14 (11%) were referred from another center. Reasons for presentation were traumatic in 64 (51%) and non-traumatic in 61 (49%) patients. The leading diagnosis was pneumothorax in 98 (78.4%) cases. The procedure of tube thoracostomy was performed by an emergency medicine (EM) resident for 26 (21%) cases and by a thoracic surgery resident for 99 (79%) cases. Complications were observed at the rate of 3.8% in the procedures performed by the EM residents and at 4% in those performed by the thoracic surgery residents. The mean follow-up time of the patients with tube thoracostomy was 7.5±4.4 days. CONCLUSION In intensive trauma centers, in particular, and in centers where procedures such as central venous catheterization and diagnostic thoracentesis are frequently performed, it would be useful for EM physicians to undergo training in performing tube thoracostomy to a level where they are able to intervene in an emergency situation such as traumatic or iatrogenic pneumothorax.
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- Yusuf Kantar
- Clinic of Emergency, Siirt State Hospital, Siirt, Turkey
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, Erciyes University School of Medicine, Kayseri, Turkey
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Erciyes University School of Medicine, Kayseri, Turkey
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- Clinic of Emergency, Nevşehir State Hospital, Nevşehir, Turkey
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- Clinic of Emergency, Ünye State Hospital, Ordu, Turkey
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- Clinic of Emergency, Edirne I. Sultan Murat State Hospital, Edirne, Turkey
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VATS Partial Pleurectomy Versus VATS Pleural Abrasion: Significant Reduction in Pneumothorax Recurrence Rates After Pleurectomy. World J Surg 2018; 42:3256-3262. [PMID: 29717345 PMCID: PMC6132858 DOI: 10.1007/s00268-018-4640-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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Introduction Surgical treatment of primary spontaneous pneumothorax (PSP) usually consists of bullectomy and any form of pleurodesis to reduce risk of disease recurrence. Whether pleurectomy is superior to pleural abrasion is still a matter of debate with recurrence rates especially high when performed with a video-assisted thoracoscopic (VATS) approach. Aim of this study was to compare the efficacy of the two methods in prevention of recurrence of pneumothorax in a minimally invasive setting. Materials and methods Between 01/2005 and 12/2015, 107 patients younger than 40 years with PSP underwent VATS bullectomy and either partial pleurectomy or pleural abrasion. Medical records of patients were reviewed retrospectively. Results Pleural abrasion was performed in 34/107 patients, 73/107 patients underwent partial pleurectomy. There were no statistically significant differences in age, sex, body mass index or smoking history at time of surgery. There was no significant difference in major postoperative complications (p = 0.3022). Nine (8.4%) patients had a recurrence of pneumothorax during follow-up. Incidence of recurrence in those undergoing pleural abrasion was significantly higher than those undergoing apical pleurectomy (8/34 vs. 1/73, p < 0.001). Surgical technique was the only factor associated with a recurrence of PSP after surgical intervention. Discussion In our analysis, a VATS partial pleurectomy proved to be effective for prevention of recurrent PSP. Recurrence rates were low despite a minimally invasive approach and significantly lower than in the pleural abrasion group. According to these findings, VATS pleurectomy might be considered as the primary choice for surgical pleurodesis in patients with PSP.
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- Eric Savitsky
- Department of Emergency Medicine, University of California, Los Angeles
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- Division of Pulmonary Medicine, University of California, Los Angeles
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- Division of Thoracic Surgery, University of California, Los Angeles
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Hallifax RJ, Goldacre R, Landray MJ, Rahman NM, Goldacre MJ. Trends in the Incidence and Recurrence of Inpatient-Treated Spontaneous Pneumothorax, 1968-2016. JAMA 2018; 320:1471-1480. [PMID: 30304427 PMCID: PMC6233798 DOI: 10.1001/jama.2018.14299] [Citation(s) in RCA: 93] [Impact Index Per Article: 15.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/14/2022]
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IMPORTANCE Spontaneous pneumothorax is a common disease known to have an unusual epidemiological profile, but there are limited contemporary population-based data. OBJECTIVE To estimate the incidence of hospital admissions for spontaneous pneumothorax, its recurrence and trends over time using large, longstanding hospitalization data sets in England. DESIGN, SETTING, AND PARTICIPANTS A population-based epidemiological study was conducted using an English national data set and an English regional data set, each spanning 1968 to 2016, and including 170 929 hospital admission records of patients 15 years and older. Final date of the study period was December 31, 2016. EXPOSURES Calendar year (for incidence) and readmission to hospital for spontaneous pneumothorax (for recurrence). MAIN OUTCOMES AND MEASURES Primary outcomes were rates of hospital admissions for spontaneous pneumothorax and recurrence, defined as a subsequent hospital readmission with spontaneous pneumothorax. Record-linkage was used to identify multiple admissions per person and comorbidity. Risk factors for recurrence over 5 years of follow-up were assessed using cumulative time-to-failure analysis and Cox proportional hazards regression. RESULTS From 1968 to 2016, there were 170 929 hospital admissions for spontaneous pneumothorax (median age, 44 years [IQR, 26-88]; 73.0% male). In 2016, there were 14.1 spontaneous pneumothorax admissions per 100 000 population 15 years and older (95% CI, 13.7-14.4), a significant increase compared with earlier years, up from 9.1 (95% CI, 8.1-10.1) in 1968. The population-based rate per 100 000 population 15 years and older was higher for males (20.8 [95% CI, 20.2-21.4]) than for females (7.6 [95% CI, 7.2-7.9]). Of patients with spontaneous pneumothorax, 60.8% (95% CI, 59.5%-62.0%) had chronic lung disease. Record-linkage analysis demonstrated that the overall increase in admissions over time could be due in part to an increase in repeat admissions, but there were also significant increases in the annual rate of first-known spontaneous pneumothorax admissions in some population subgroups, for example in women 65 years and older (annual percentage change from 1968 to 2016, 4.08 [95% CI, 3.33-4.82], P < .001). The probability of recurrence within 5 years was similar by sex (25.5% [95% CI, 25.1%-25.9%] for males vs 26.0% [95% CI, 25.3%-26.7%] for females), but there was variation by age group and presence of chronic lung disease. For example, the probability of readmission within 5 years among males aged 15 to 34 years with chronic lung disease was 39.2% (95% CI, 37.7%-40.7%) compared with 19.6% (95% CI, 18.2%-21.1%) in men 65 years and older without chronic lung disease. CONCLUSIONS AND RELEVANCE This study provides contemporary information regarding the trends in incidence and recurrence of inpatient-treated spontaneous pneumothorax.
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- Rob J. Hallifax
- Oxford Centre for Respiratory Medicine, Oxford University Hospitals National Health Service Foundation Trust, Oxford, United Kingdom
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- Unit of Health-Care Epidemiology, Big Data Institute, Li Ka Shing Centre for Health Information and Discovery, Nuffield Department of Population Health, University of Oxford, Oxford, United Kingdom
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- Unit of Health-Care Epidemiology, Big Data Institute, Li Ka Shing Centre for Health Information and Discovery, Nuffield Department of Population Health, University of Oxford, Oxford, United Kingdom
- Medical Research Council Population Health Research Unit, Nuffield Department of Population Health, University of Oxford, Oxford, United Kingdom
- Oxford National Institute for Health Research Biomedical Research Centre, University of Oxford, Oxford, United Kingdom
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- Oxford Centre for Respiratory Medicine, Oxford University Hospitals National Health Service Foundation Trust, Oxford, United Kingdom
- Oxford National Institute for Health Research Biomedical Research Centre, University of Oxford, Oxford, United Kingdom
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- Unit of Health-Care Epidemiology, Big Data Institute, Li Ka Shing Centre for Health Information and Discovery, Nuffield Department of Population Health, University of Oxford, Oxford, United Kingdom
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Walker SP, Bibby AC, Halford P, Stadon L, White P, Maskell NA. Recurrence rates in primary spontaneous pneumothorax: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Eur Respir J 2018; 52:13993003.00864-2018. [DOI: 10.1183/13993003.00864-2018] [Citation(s) in RCA: 51] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/09/2018] [Accepted: 07/01/2018] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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Primary spontaneous pneumothorax (PSP) recurrence rates vary widely in the published literature, with limited data describing the factors that influence recurrence. The aims of this systematic review were to determine an estimation of PSP recurrence rates and describe risk factors for recurrence.A systematic review was conducted of all studies reporting PSP recurrence. Electronic searches were performed to identify English language publications of randomised trials and observational studies. The population was adults with PSP, who underwent conservative management, pleural aspiration or chest drainage. The outcome of interest was recurrence. Articles were screened and data extracted from eligible studies by two reviewers.Of 3607 identified studies, 29 were eligible for inclusion, comprising 13 548 patients. Pooled 1-year and overall recurrence rates were 29.0% (95% CI 20.9–37.0%) and 32.1% (95% CI 27.0–37.2%), respectively. Female sex was associated with increased recurrence (OR 3.03, 95% CI 1.24–7.41), while smoking cessation was associated with a four-fold decrease in risk (OR 0.26, 95% CI 0.10–0.63). I2 for random effects meta-analysis was 94% (p<0.0001), reflecting high heterogeneity between studies.This systematic review demonstrates a 32% PSP recurrence rate, with greatest risk in the first year. Female sex was associated with higher risk, suggesting possible sex-specific pathophysiology.
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Olesen WH, Katballe N, Sindby JE, Titlestad IL, Andersen PE, Lindahl-Jacobsen R, Licht PB. Surgical treatment versus conventional chest tube drainage in primary spontaneous pneumothorax: a randomized controlled trial†. Eur J Cardiothorac Surg 2018; 54:113-121. [DOI: 10.1093/ejcts/ezy003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 42] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/13/2017] [Accepted: 12/28/2017] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Aarhus University Hospital, Aarhus, Denmark
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Aalborg University Hospital, Aalborg, Denmark
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- Danish Aging Research Center, Unit of Epidemiology, Biostatistics and Biodemography, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
- Max-Planck Center on Biodemography of Aging, Odense, Denmark
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Odense University Hospital, Odense, Denmark
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Kerr H, Bowen B, Light D. Thoracoabdominal Injuries. CONTEMPORARY PEDIATRIC AND ADOLESCENT SPORTS MEDICINE 2018. [PMCID: PMC7123492 DOI: 10.1007/978-3-319-56188-2_7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Trauma to the thorax and abdomen can occur during participation in sports. This chapter reviews some of the more common presentations of such injuries and how such injuries should be best managed. Thoracic injuries reviewed include internal injuries such as pneumothorax, pulmonary contusion, hemothorax, commotio cordis, and cardiac contusion. Chest wall injuries are also reviewed such as rib fractures, costochondritis, and slipping rib syndrome plus sternal and scapular fractures. Abdominal injuries reviewed are focused on internal organ trauma to the spleen and liver, kidney, pancreas, and bowel. There is attention to the effect of Epstein-Barr virus and infectious mononucleosis, seen very frequently in high school and collegiate athletes. Finally, groin pain and athletic pubalgia are described. In addition to anatomy and clinical presentation, imaging modalities that characterize such trauma are reviewed for each diagnosis. Prevention of thoracoabdominal injuries and return-to-play decisions are described at the chapter conclusion.
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Tan J, Yang Y, Zhong J, Zuo C, Tang H, Zhao H, Zeng G, Zhang J, Guo J, Yang N. Association Between BMI and Recurrence of Primary Spontaneous Pneumothorax. World J Surg 2017; 41:1274-1280. [PMID: 27909771 PMCID: PMC5394140 DOI: 10.1007/s00268-016-3848-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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BACKGROUND Whether body mass index (BMI) is a significant risk factor for recurrence of primary spontaneous pneumothorax (PSP) remains controversial. The purpose of this study was to examine whether BMI and other factors are linked to risk of PSP recurrence. METHODS A consecutive cohort of 273 patients was retrospectively evaluated. Patients were divided into those who experienced recurrence (n = 81) and those who did not (n = 192), as well as into those who had low BMI (n = 75) and those who had normal or elevated BMI (n = 198). The two pairs of groups were compared in terms of baseline data, and Cox proportional hazards modeling was used to identify predictors of PSP recurrence. RESULTS Rates of recurrence among all 273 patients were 20.9% at 1 year, 23.8% at 2 years, and 28.7% at 5 years. Univariate analysis identified the following significant predictors of PSP recurrence: height, weight, BMI, size of pneumothorax, and treatment modality. Multivariate analyses identified several risk factors for PSP recurrence: low BMI, pneumothorax size ≥50%, and non-surgical treatment. Kaplan-Meier survival analysis indicated that patients with low BMI showed significantly lower recurrence-free survival than patients with normal or elevated BMI (P < 0.001). CONCLUSIONS Low BMI, pneumothorax size ≥50%, and non-surgical treatment were risk factors for PSP recurrence in our cohort. Low BMI may be a clinically useful predictor of PSP recurrence.
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- Juntao Tan
- Department of Emergency, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Shuang Yong Rd. #6, Nanning, 530021, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Hematology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Surgery Oncology, Affiliated Tumor Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Surgery Oncology, Affiliated Tumor Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Emergency, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Shuang Yong Rd. #6, Nanning, 530021, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Emergency, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Shuang Yong Rd. #6, Nanning, 530021, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Emergency, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Shuang Yong Rd. #6, Nanning, 530021, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Emergency, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Shuang Yong Rd. #6, Nanning, 530021, People's Republic of China.
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Shuang Yong Rd. #6, Nanning, 530021, People's Republic of China.
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Shuang Yong Rd. #6, Nanning, 530021, People's Republic of China.
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Primary Spontaneous Pneumothorax Admitted in Emergency Unit: Does First Episode Differ from Recurrence? A Cross-Sectional Study. Can Respir J 2017; 2017:2729548. [PMID: 28465661 PMCID: PMC5390592 DOI: 10.1155/2017/2729548] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/21/2017] [Revised: 03/15/2017] [Accepted: 03/21/2017] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Introduction. Management of primary spontaneous pneumothorax (PSP) consists of immediate resolution of pleural air, or observation, and prevention of recurrence. The risk factors for recurrence remain debated. Objectives. We aimed to describe and compare the characteristics of patients presenting a first episode of PSP to those of patients presenting a recurrent PSP, in order to identify factors potentially related to recurrence. Methods. We conducted a cross-sectional study including all admissions for PSP in the EDs of fourteen French public hospitals from 2009 to 2013. PSP were classified as a first episode if the patient had no previous history of pneumothorax and as recurrence if a previous episode of spontaneous pneumothorax was documented in the patient's medical records or if a recurrence was identified during the inclusion period. To identify factors potentially associated with recurrence of PSP, multilevel logistic models were fitted. Results. During the study period, 918 (61,6%) first episodes and 573 (38,4%) episodes of recurrent PSP were identified. Clinical presentation, age, gender, smoking habits, and use of cannabis were similar in both groups. No clinical factor associated with recurrence was identified by multivariate analysis. Conclusion. In this large multicenter study, no clinical factor associated with recurrence was highlighted.
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