Neonatal pneumothorax--an unexpected perioperative complication.
We report our experience of three cases of intraoperative pneumothorax in neonatal surgical patients. Following a review of the literature, we discuss possible causes for each case and methods of treatment. We emphasize the need for inclusion of pneumothorax as a cause for cardiorespiratory instability even when no predisposition is identifiable and highlight the need for prompt treatment to prevent serious morbidity and mortality.
Glaisyer
Hilary
H
Department of Anaesthetics, Great Ormond Street Hospital, London, UK. glaish@gosh.nhs.uk
Way
Carolyn
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D002387:Cataract Extraction / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000379:methods*; D020345:Enterocolitis, Necrotizing / Q000601:surgery*; D017809:Fatal Outcome; D006801:Humans; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D007234:Infant, Premature; D007431:Intraoperative Complications / Q000628:therapy*; D008297:Male; D011030:Pneumothorax / Q000628:therapy*