Surgery for Catamenial Pneumothorax: A Study of 17 Thai Women
Author Information
Author(s): Muacevic Alexander, Adler John R, Charoensup Pacharadanai, Srisombut Thansit, Thiannitiworakun Rada, Tanangterapong Padet
Primary Institution: King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital, Bangkok, THA
Hypothesis
Does pleurectomy reduce recurrence rates in patients with catamenial pneumothorax?
Conclusion
Pleurectomy is associated with lower recurrence rates in patients with catamenial pneumothorax.
Supporting Evidence
- All 17 patients underwent surgery, with open surgery in six and VATS in 11 patients.
- Pneumothorax occurred predominantly on the right side (94.12%).
- Diaphragmatic procedures were performed in 15 patients.
- Pleurectomy was significantly associated with a reduced recurrence rate.
Takeaway
This study looked at 17 women who had surgery for a lung problem related to their menstrual cycle, finding that a specific surgery called pleurectomy helps prevent the problem from coming back.
Methodology
Retrospective cohort study analyzing surgical outcomes in 17 female patients aged 18-50 with catamenial pneumothorax.
Limitations
The study's retrospective nature and small sample size limit the generalizability of the findings.
Participant Demographics
All participants were females aged 18 to 50 years, with a mean age of 36.29 years.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.029
Statistical Significance
p = 0.029
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