The use of lung ultrasound in the diagnosis of pneumothorax in trauma patients

• Main Authors: Adrian Undziakiewicz (Author), Michał Sekuła (Author), Krzysztof Smoluchowski (Author), Dorota Sokół (Author), Blanka Świerczyńska (Author), Halina Piecewicz-Szczęsna (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Kazimierz Wielki University, 2020-09-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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<p><strong>Introduction and purpose: </strong>Pneumothorax is a condition in which air is present in the pleural cavity and often has a traumatic etiology. It can be a life-threatening condition, making quick and effective diagnosis essential. Chest ultrasound can be a useful study...