Iatrogenic Pneumothorax During Hypoglossal Nerve Stimulator Implantation: A Large Database Analysis.

F Jeffrey LorenzNeerav Goyal

Published in: Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery : official journal of American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery (2022)

The incidence of intraoperative pneumothorax and pleural effusion during HNS implantation may be greater than initially thought. Patients with chronic lower respiratory diseases may be at increased risk. This should be communicated with patients during the informed consent process.

Keyphrases

end stage renal disease
ejection fraction
newly diagnosed
chronic kidney disease
risk factors
peritoneal dialysis
patient reported