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Last Update: 02/27/2025 04:41 AM
Current Deck: ACG Part 2::Thoracic SSU
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Commit #291097
SS_TS 1.21 Outline the management of the following postoperative complications associated with thoracic surgery:
- Pneumothorax
- Pneumothorax
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Commit #291097Identify if tension pneumothorax -> suspect if hypotension, tachycardia and respiratory distress. Associated with tracheal deviation away from affected side as a late sign
Treatment :
- Decompression by lateral thoracostomy in 4th/5th intercostal space anterior to mid axillary line. Needle decompression mid clavicular line 2nd intercostal can be used
Pneumothorax depending on side may need :
- Conservative management : observe, repeat CXR
- Chest drain
- If persistant ? bronchopleural fistula : may need surgical management