Collapse of the lung, also called pneumothorax, can reoccur. This can happen even with the chest tube in place. It is possible to prevent another pneumothorax with thoracoscopic treatment, even during pregnancy. Using a camera at the end of scope the pneumothorax is treated through small incisions in the chest. A pulmonologist would be the type of specialist to identify if this treatment would be the best for you.
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Spontaneous Pneumothorax During Pregnancy
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... Winter JT, Nichols FC, Pairolero PC, et al: Management of spontaneous pneumothorax during pregnancy: case report and review of the literature. Mayo Clin Proc ...
www.sma.org/smj2002/maysmj02/pdf/gorospe.pdf
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