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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.
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Spontaneous Right Hemothorax in the Elderly.

Samira Aouadi¹, Asma Sebai¹, Houda Gharsalli¹

¹Respiratory Department D, Aberrahmen Mami Hospital, University of Medicine, University El Manar, Tunis, Tunisia.

|July 13, 2016

Summary

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Rupture of a thoracic aortic aneurysm causing a right hemothorax is rare but life-threatening. This case highlights the need to consider aortic aneurysm rupture in elderly patients with spontaneous hemothorax for emergent therapy.

Keywords:

Computed tomography Elderly Right hemothorax Thoracic aortic aneurysm

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Area of Science:

Cardiology
Thoracic Surgery
Emergency Medicine

Background:

Thoracic aortic aneurysm (TAA) rupture is a critical condition.
Rupture into the right pleural cavity is exceptionally uncommon.

Observation:

An 80-year-old male presented with spontaneous right hemothorax.
Computed tomography (CT) scan confirmed the diagnosis.
The patient received chest tube management and stabilization.

Findings:

The patient unfortunately passed away before surgical intervention could be performed.
This case underscores the rarity of right-sided TAA rupture presenting as hemothorax.

Implications:

Thoracic aortic aneurysm rupture must be considered in the differential diagnosis of spontaneous hemothorax, especially in elderly individuals.
Prompt diagnosis and emergent therapy are crucial for improving survival rates in such cases.