Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Pneumothorax-II01:27

Pneumothorax-II

1.7K
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.
Clinical Manifestations:
1.7K
Endoscopic Studies II: Thoracocentesis01:26

Endoscopic Studies II: Thoracocentesis

2.5K
Thoracentesis(Thoracocentesis), commonly known as pleural tap, is a medical procedure where a 22 gauge needle is inserted into the pleural space, the area between the lung and chest wall. This procedure is commonly performed to diagnose or treat various respiratory disorders.
Description
Excess pleural fluid or air may accumulate in some respiratory disorders in the thoracic cavity. To treat pleural effusion, a physician conducts thoracentesis by carefully piercing the chest wall and entering...
2.5K
Pneumothorax II: Pathophysiology01:08

Pneumothorax II: Pathophysiology

55
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...
55
Flail Chest-II01:26

Flail Chest-II

1.0K
Managing flail chest, a condition characterized by a segment of the chest wall moving independently from the rest of the thoracic cage, requires a comprehensive approach. It includes a thorough assessment of the patient's condition, a diagnostic evaluation to determine the extent of the injury, and the implementation of appropriate medical interventions tailored to the individual's needs.
Assessment:
1. Clinical Evaluation:
History:
1.0K
Mechanical Ventilation II: Invasive Ventilation01:23

Mechanical Ventilation II: Invasive Ventilation

1.3K
Ventilators are essential medical equipment used to aid patients with respiratory difficulties. Their primary function is to assist or replace spontaneous breathing by providing mechanical ventilation. There are two general classes of mechanical ventilators: negative-pressure and positive-pressure ventilators.
Negative-Pressure Ventilators
Negative-pressure ventilators create a vacuum around the chest or body to draw air into the lungs, simulating breathing. This method does not require an...
1.3K
Mechanical Ventilation III: Noninvasive Ventilation01:23

Mechanical Ventilation III: Noninvasive Ventilation

931
Noninvasive positive-pressure ventilation (NIPPV), continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP), and bilevel positive airway pressure (BiPAP) are essential methods in respiratory care. These ventilation techniques offer unique benefits for patients with various respiratory conditions, providing adequate support without requiring intubation. Let's explore how each method is crucial in improving patient outcomes and enhancing respiratory therapy.
Noninvasive Positive-Pressure Ventilation...
931

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Effectiveness of conventional antimicrobial agents against carbapenem resistant non-carbapenem β-lactams susceptible Pseudomonas aeruginosa infection in critically ill patients: a multicentre retrospective study.

BMC infectious diseases·2026
Same author

Real-World Long-Term Outcomes of Triple Therapy Following Hospitalization for Acute Exacerbation of COPD: A Retrospective Cohort Study.

International journal of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease·2026
Same author

Immune Microenvironment and Genetic Signatures of End-Stage Renal Disease and Their Association with Sepsis: Insights from Public Transcriptomic Data and a Multicenter Clinical Cohort.

Biomedicines·2026
Same author

An Adaptive Deep Learning Framework for Multi-Label Chest X-Ray Diagnosis Using a Hybrid CNN-Transformer Architecture and Class-Wise Ensemble Fusion.

Diagnostics (Basel, Switzerland)·2026
Same author

High Serum IgE is Associated with Risk of Severe Exacerbations Among Non-Eosinophilic Bronchiectasis.

Lung·2026
Same author

Bronchial Hyperreactivity in the COVID-19 Era: The Impact of SARS-CoV-2 Infection and COVID-19 Vaccination in Patients with Respiratory Symptoms.

Journal of asthma and allergy·2026

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Apr 30, 2026

Author Spotlight: A Non-Intubated Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery with Multimodal Analgesia and Sevoflurane Inhalation Anesthesia
05:39

Author Spotlight: A Non-Intubated Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery with Multimodal Analgesia and Sevoflurane Inhalation Anesthesia

Published on: May 26, 2023

2.7K

Positive end-expiratory pressure attenuates positional effect after thoracotomy.

Chou-Chin Lan1, Hsian-He Hsu2, Chin-Pyng Wu3

  • 1Division of Pulmonary Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, Taipei Tzuchi Hospital, The Buddhist Tzuchi Medical Foundation, New Taipei City, Republic of China ; School of Medicine, Tzuchi University, Hualien, Republic of China.

Annals of Thoracic Medicine
|May 3, 2014
PubMed
Summary

After thoracotomy, positioning the non-operated lung lower improves gas exchange. Positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP) application mitigates positional effects on lung function and gas exchange.

Keywords:
Positive end-expiratory pressurepositionpulmonary gas exchangethoracotomy

More Related Videos

Monitoring Lung Function with Electrical Impedance Tomography in the Intensive Care Unit
05:56

Monitoring Lung Function with Electrical Impedance Tomography in the Intensive Care Unit

Published on: September 6, 2024

7.4K
Prone Lateral Minimally Invasive Retropleural Corpectomy Using a Rotatable Radiolucent Jackson Table
04:57

Prone Lateral Minimally Invasive Retropleural Corpectomy Using a Rotatable Radiolucent Jackson Table

Published on: July 3, 2025

1.1K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Apr 30, 2026

Author Spotlight: A Non-Intubated Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery with Multimodal Analgesia and Sevoflurane Inhalation Anesthesia
05:39

Author Spotlight: A Non-Intubated Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery with Multimodal Analgesia and Sevoflurane Inhalation Anesthesia

Published on: May 26, 2023

2.7K
Monitoring Lung Function with Electrical Impedance Tomography in the Intensive Care Unit
05:56

Monitoring Lung Function with Electrical Impedance Tomography in the Intensive Care Unit

Published on: September 6, 2024

7.4K
Prone Lateral Minimally Invasive Retropleural Corpectomy Using a Rotatable Radiolucent Jackson Table
04:57

Prone Lateral Minimally Invasive Retropleural Corpectomy Using a Rotatable Radiolucent Jackson Table

Published on: July 3, 2025

1.1K

Area of Science:

  • Thoracic Surgery
  • Respiratory Physiology
  • Anesthesiology

Background:

  • Thoracotomy commonly causes lung atelectasis and impaired gas exchange.
  • Positional changes after thoracotomy can significantly impact pulmonary function.
  • Positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP) may influence lung mechanics and gas exchange post-surgery.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate physiological changes in different positions following thoracotomy.
  • To evaluate the impact of PEEP on positional effects after thoracotomy.

Main Methods:

  • Eight pigs per group underwent left or right thoracotomy.
  • Groups received either zero end-expiratory pressure (ZEEP) or PEEP.
  • Animals were repositioned to supine, left lateral decubitus (LLD), and right lateral decubitus (RLD) positions.

Main Results:

  • Oxygenation (PaO2) improved when the non-operated lung was positioned lower.
  • PEEP administration maintained better oxygenation and prevented CO2 changes across positions.
  • Lung compliance (Crs) was preserved with PEEP, unlike in ZEEP groups.

Conclusions:

  • Optimal positioning post-thoracotomy involves placing the non-operated lung in the dependent position.
  • PEEP application effectively attenuates negative positional effects on gas exchange and lung mechanics.
  • These findings have implications for managing patients after thoracotomy.