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Fibrin glue treatment of persistent pneumothorax in a premature infant
1Department of Pediatrics, Oregon Health Sciences University, Portland, OR 97201-3042.
The Journal of Pediatrics
|June 1, 1993
Insights
Fibrin glue successfully sealed a persistent pneumothorax in a premature infant. This innovative approach offers a new treatment option for neonates with persistent air leaks unresponsive to conventional ventilation.
Area of Science:
- Neonatal medicine
- Thoracic surgery
- Medical device innovation
Background:
- Bronchopleural fistulas and persistent pneumothorax are serious conditions in neonates.
- High-frequency ventilation is a critical care intervention for severe respiratory distress.
Abstract:
Fibrin glue pleurodesis has been used to treat bronchopleural fistulas in adults. We report the successful use of fibrin glue in a premature infant to seal a pneumothorax that had persisted for more than 3 weeks despite high-frequency ventilation.