title: Spontaneous bilateral pneumothorax--complication of laparoscopic cholecystectomy.
abstract: Pneumothorax is a rare complication of pneumoperitoneum. We report a case of spontaneous bilateral pneumothorax during laparoscopic cholecystectomy. The history, pathogenesis, and therapeutic options of this unusual occurrence are discussed. Because laparoscopic operations have become increasingly popular in recent years, we call attention to this rare but potentially life-threatening complication.
authors.affiliation: Department of Surgery, Northwestern University Medical School, Chicago, IL 60611.
authors.forename: J B
authors.initials: JB
authors.lastname: Prystowsky
authors.forename: B G
authors.initials: BG
authors.lastname: Jericho
authors.forename: H M
authors.initials: HM
authors.lastname: Epstein
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D017081:Cholecystectomy, Laparoscopic / Q000009:adverse effects*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D011030:Pneumothorax / Q000209:etiology* / Q000628:therapy