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Multiloculated pyopneumothorax with subcutaneous emphysema and pneumomediastinum in a tuberculosis patient

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Pulmonary tuberculosis with the simultaneous development of the complications of empyema, multiloculated pyopneumothorax, subcutaneous emphysema and pneumomediastinum is rare. The development of these complications leads to remarkably increased incidence of morbidity and mortality in patients. So appropriate and timely management needs to be ensured for better outcomes.

Source: Respirology Case Reports

DOI: 10.1002/rcr2.70090

Authors: Qura Tul Ain, Allahdad Khan, Arshia Batool, Mudasira Habib, Muhammad Islam, Mohamed Antar

Institutions: Nishtar Medical College and Hospital, Latakia University

Language: English

Topic: Pneumothorax, Barotrauma, Emphysema

Subfield: Pulmonary and Respiratory Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,130