Iatrogenic Pneumothorax Misdiagnosed as Spontaneous Pneumothorax

Pigtail catheter drainage is commonly performed for pleural effusion drainage. It should be noted that if the catheter is not connected to a closed system such as a chest bottle, outside air may enter; causing iatrogenic pneumothorax.

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Respirology Case Reports
Published
2025-08-01
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https://doi.org/10.1002/rcr2.70315
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Pleural and Pulmonary Diseases
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Iatrogenic Pneumothorax Misdiagnosed as Spontaneous Pneumothorax

Min Kyun Kang, Ji‐Hyun Jeong
Respirology Case Reports
Pleural and Pulmonary Diseases
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Iatrogenic Pneumothorax Misdiagnosed as Spontaneous Pneumothorax

Min Kyun Kang, Ji‐Hyun Jeong
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Abstract

Pigtail catheter drainage is commonly performed for pleural effusion drainage. It should be noted that if the catheter is not connected to a closed system such as a chest bottle, outside air may enter; causing iatrogenic pneumothorax.

Respirology Case ReportsVol. 13(8)
Inje University Haeundae Paik Hospital (KR)
Clean water and sanitation
Openalex Percentile: Top 69%
Pleural and Pulmonary Diseases
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