INTRODUCTION Prolonged air leak (PAL) is the most common complication after partial lung resection and the most important determinant of length of hospital stay for patients post-operatively. The aim of this study was to determine the risk factors involved in developing air leaks and the consequences of PAL. METHODS All patients undergoing lung resection between January 2002 and December 2007...

Abstract Neonatal pneumopericardium, a collection of air in the pericardial sac, is less common form leak syndrome, but unfortunately with high mortality rate. We report rare case male fullterm newborn who soon after birth presented respiratory distress. Chest radiograph showed spontaneous bilateral pneumothorax which chest drain was placed between anterior and midaxillary line 5 th right inter...

Background: Pneumothorax is free to air in pleural space i.e. between visceral and parietal pleura. Among various treatment options for recurrent pneumothorax, one is chemical pleurodesis; intended to achieve a symphysis between parietal and visceral pleura, in order to prevent accumulation of air (pneumothorax) in the pleural space. Objective: Our objectives in this study were to evaluate the ...

BACKGROUND Persistent air leak is one of the most common complications of lung diseases and pulmonary resections. Prolonged hospitalization, increased morbidity, and increased overall treatment costs arise from persistent air leaks. The use of endobronchial valves (EBVs) in the management of air leaks is an important alternative, especially for patients who are not candidates for surgical treat...

We report a new potentially dangerous complication of nasal continuous positive airway pressure applied for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea syndrome. A middle-aged woman had cerebrospinal fluid leak after using nasal CPAP, with generalized seizures and pneumocephalus. She did fine with conservative therapy for the CSF leak and discontinuation of nasal CPAP.

Idiopathic Systemic Capillary Leak Syndrome is a potentially fatal disorder that is under diagnosed. It commonly presents as recurrent undifferentiated shock with hypotension, hypoalbuminemia and hemoconcentration. There are three distinct phases that define the syndrome; Prodromal, Extravasation and Recovery.

BACKGROUND A biodegradable polymeric sealant has been previously shown to reduce postoperative air leaks after open pulmonary resection. The aim of this study was to evaluate safety and efficacy during minimally invasive pulmonary resection. METHODS In a multicenter prospective single-arm trial, 112 patients with a median age of 69 years (range 34-87 years) were treated with sealant for at le...