Time-dependent analysis of incidence, risk factors and clinical significance of pneumothorax after percutaneous lung biopsy.

Woo Hyeon LimChang Min ParkSoon Ho YoonHyun-Ju LimEui Jin HwangJong Hyuk LeeJin Mo Goo

Published in: European radiology (2017)

• One-fourth of percutaneous lung biopsy (PLB)-related pneumothorax occurs during follow-up. • Smaller, deeply-located target and emphysema lead to early occurrence of pneumothorax. • Emphysema is related to drainage catheter insertion for PLB-related pneumothorax. • Older age may lead to prolonged catheter placement for PLB-related pneumothorax. • Tailored management can be possible with time-dependent information of PLB-related pneumothorax.

Keyphrases

ultrasound guided
risk factors
chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
risk assessment
healthcare
physical activity
lung function
radiofrequency ablation
health information