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(J93.1) Other spontaneous pneumothorax
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1 643 826 in individuals diagnosis other spontaneous pneumothorax confirmed
12 151 deaths with diagnosis other spontaneous pneumothorax
1% mortality rate associated with the disease other spontaneous pneumothorax
Diagnosis other spontaneous pneumothorax is diagnosed Men are 52.31% more likely than Women
1 251 880
Men receive the diagnosis other spontaneous pneumothorax
7 942 (0.6 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis other spontaneous pneumothorax
4 209 (1.1 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease other spontaneous pneumothorax - Men aged 20-24 and Women aged 55-59
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
in in men, the disease manifests at any agein in women, the disease manifests at any age
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Disease Features other spontaneous pneumothorax
Absence or low individual and public risk
Other spontaneous pneumothorax - what does this mean
Other spontaneous pneumothorax occurs when air enters the pleural space between the lungs and chest wall, causing the lung to collapse and resulting in difficulty breathing. it can be caused by trauma, infection, or a rupture of a small air sac in the lung.
What happens during the disease - other spontaneous pneumothorax
Other spontaneous pneumothorax occurs when air enters the pleural space from any cause other than trauma. this can be due to rupture of subpleural blebs or bullae, which are fragile air-filled cysts that form on the surface of the lungs. these blebs are often caused by chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (copd) or other lung diseases that damage the alveoli and cause air to collect in the pleural space. the air in the pleural space causes the lung to collapse, leading to a pneumothorax.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical exam to check for signs of pneumothorax
- Chest X-ray to confirm diagnosis
- CT scan to assess the size and location of the pneumothorax
- Ultrasound to assess the size and location of the pneumothorax
- Blood tests to check for underlying conditions
- Pleural fluid analysis to check for infection
- Pleuroscopy to examine the lungs
- Thoracentesis to remove air from the pleural cavity
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal: To reduce the risk of recurrence and prevent further complications.
- Administer supplemental oxygen.
- Monitor vital signs.
- Drain the pleural space with a chest tube.
- Perform a thoracostomy.
- Prescribe antibiotics to prevent infection.
- Prescribe a short course of corticosteroids.
- Perform a thoracotomy to remove the air from the pleural space.
- Perform a pleurodesis to prevent recurrence of pneumothorax.
- Prescribe a long-term course of oxygen therapy.
15 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Other spontaneous pneumothorax - Prevention
To prevent spontaneous pneumothorax, individuals should avoid smoking, maintain a healthy weight, avoid high-altitude activities, and seek prompt medical attention for chest pain or other symptoms of pneumothorax. additionally, people with a history of the condition should be monitored for recurrence and take preventive measures, such as avoiding air travel and certain types of physical activity.