Pneumothorax

Definition

Pneumothorax is an abnormal collection of air or gas in the pleural space that separates the lung from the chest wall, and that may interfere with normal breathing.

Exclusions

• pyopneumothorax
• pneumothorax: tuberculous (not confirmed)
• Traumatic pneumothorax
• pneumothorax: tuberculous (confirmed)

Subcategories (2)