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Acupuncture induced pneumothorax: A case report.

Ninadini Shrestha¹, Bipin Karki², Pramesh Sunder Shrestha¹

¹Department of Anaesthesiology Maharajgunj Medical Campus Institute of Medicine Kathmandu Nepal.

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|June 25, 2020

Summary

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Alternative medicine use is increasing, leading to more practice-related complications. While generally safe, acupuncture can rarely result in severe, life-threatening adverse events.

Keywords:

acupuncture complication pigtail drainage pneumothorax traditional medicine

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Area of Science:

Integrative Medicine
Complementary Therapies
Patient Safety

Background:

Growing popularity of alternative medicinal practices worldwide.
Increased incidence of complications associated with these therapies.
Acupuncture as a widely adopted complementary therapy.

Observation:

Acupuncture, despite its safety profile, carries a risk of rare but severe complications.
Potential for life-threatening adverse events necessitates careful consideration.
Need for heightened awareness among practitioners and patients.

Findings:

Analysis of acupuncture-related complications, focusing on severity and rarity.
Identification of potential risk factors and mechanisms leading to adverse outcomes.
Evaluation of the overall safety of acupuncture in clinical practice.

Implications:

Importance of rigorous training and adherence to safety protocols in acupuncture.
Need for comprehensive patient screening and informed consent.
Contribution to the broader understanding of safety in complementary and alternative medicine.