Results of simple aspiration of pneumothoraces

Br J Dis Chest. 1985 Apr;79(2):177-82.

Abstract

The results of simple aspiration in 30 cases of pneumothorax are presented. The procedure was successful in 33% of cases with known pre-existing lung disease, and in 83% of those without. Aspiration was also more successful in those patients under 50 years of age and if the estimated degree of lung collapse was less than 50%.

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Aged
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Lung Diseases / complications
  • Lung Diseases / therapy
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Pneumothorax / complications
  • Pneumothorax / therapy*
  • Suction*