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[Iatrogenic pneumothorax caused by acupuncture].

N Morrone1, J A Freire, A K Ferreira

  • 1Clinica Pneumológica do Hospital do Servidor, São Paulo.

Revista Paulista De Medicina
|July 1, 1990
PubMed
Summary

Acupuncture in patients with pulmonary emphysema can lead to pneumothorax, a collapsed lung. Prompt medical intervention with a thoracic tube is crucial for lung re-expansion.

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Area of Science:

  • Pulmonology
  • Integrative Medicine
  • Medical Complications

Background:

  • Pulmonary emphysema is a chronic lung disease.
  • Acupuncture is a complementary therapy.

Observation:

  • A patient with emphysema experienced worsening dyspnea immediately after acupuncture needle insertion in the precordial area.

Findings:

  • Pneumothorax, a collapsed lung, was diagnosed via chest X-ray four days post-acupuncture.
  • A thoracic tube insertion resulted in complete lung expansion.

Implications:

  • Acupuncture may pose risks for patients with pre-existing lung conditions like emphysema.
  • Careful patient selection and monitoring are essential when considering acupuncture for individuals with respiratory diseases.

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