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Pneumothorax is a medical condition defined by the buildup of air in the pleural space between the lungs and the chest wall. This accumulation of air can lead to partial or complete lung collapse, resulting in a range of clinical manifestations. Understanding the clinical presentation and effective management strategies is crucial for healthcare professionals in providing timely and appropriate care to individuals with pneumothorax.
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Pneumothorax II: Pathophysiology

Pneumothorax means the presence of air in the pleural space — the thin potential gap between the visceral and parietal pleura. This condition disrupts the normal pressure balance that keeps the lungs inflated, leading to partial or complete collapse of the affected lung.Normal physiologyUnder normal conditions, the pleural space maintains a slightly negative intrapleural pressure, which keeps the lungs expanded against the chest wall. This negative pressure creates a delicate balance between...
Pneumothorax-I01:26

Pneumothorax-I

A pneumothorax is a condition where air builds up in the space between the lung and the chest wall, causing the lung to collapse. This condition arises when air enters the space between the parietal and visceral pleura, disrupting the negative pressure essential for lung inflation. This can lead to a partial or complete collapse of the lung.
Pneumothorax can be even further classified as spontaneous, traumatic, and tension pneumothorax.
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Bilateral pneumothorax after orthognatic surgery.

Dario Bertossi1, Luciano Malchiodi, Matteo Turra

  • 1Department of Maxillofacial Surgery and Plastic Surgery, Policlinico G.B. Rossi, Verona, Italy.

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Summary

Pneumothorax, a rare complication in orthognathic surgery, involves air in the pleural cavity. This case highlights its unusual occurrence after Le Fort I and bilateral sagittal split osteotomies, emphasizing prompt recognition and management.

Keywords:
Orthognatic surgery complicationspneumothoraxthorax emphysema

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Area of Science:

  • Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
  • Thoracic Surgery
  • Anesthesiology

Background:

  • Orthognathic surgery, including Le Fort I osteotomy and bilateral sagittal split osteotomy (BSSO), aims to correct jaw discrepancies.
  • Pneumothorax, characterized by air in the pleural cavity, is an exceptionally rare complication following these procedures.
  • Understanding potential respiratory complications is crucial for patient safety in maxillofacial surgery.

Observation:

  • A 28-year-old female developed pneumothorax post-Le Fort I and BSSO.
  • Symptoms included sudden dyspnea and subcutaneous emphysema of the neck and thorax.
  • The patient had no prior relevant medical history or other surgical sequelae.

Findings:

  • Pneumothorax can significantly impair oxygenation and ventilation, potentially causing mediastinal shift and hemodynamic instability.
  • Clinical presentation ranges from asymptomatic cases to acute chest pain and respiratory distress.
  • Postoperative monitoring for respiratory compromise is essential, especially with signs like subcutaneous emphysema.

Implications:

  • This case underscores the importance of vigilance for rare respiratory complications after orthognathic surgery.
  • Prompt diagnosis and management of pneumothorax are critical to prevent severe outcomes.
  • Anesthesiology and surgical teams must be prepared for potential airway challenges in managing such complications.