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| name = Pulmonary laceration | |||
| image = [[File:Lung_lacerations.JPG|left|thumb|Lung lacerations]] | |||
| caption = CT scan showing pulmonary lacerations | |||
| field = [[Pulmonology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Chest pain]], [[shortness of breath]], [[coughing up blood]] | |||
| complications = [[Pneumothorax]], [[hemothorax]], [[infection]] | |||
| onset = [[Trauma]] | |||
| duration = Varies | |||
| causes = [[Blunt trauma]], [[penetrating trauma]] | |||
| risks = [[Rib fracture]], [[high-speed motor vehicle accidents]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Chest X-ray]], [[CT scan]] | |||
| differential = [[Pulmonary contusion]], [[pneumonia]], [[lung cancer]] | |||
| treatment = [[Observation]], [[chest tube]], [[surgery]] | |||
| prognosis = Generally good with treatment | |||
| frequency = Common in [[trauma cases]] | |||
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[[File:Pneumothorax_CT.jpg|Pneumothorax CT scan|left|thumb]] | |||
[[File:Pulmonary_contusion.jpg|Pulmonary contusion|left|thumb]] | |||
'''Pulmonary laceration''' is a medical condition that involves a tear or puncture in the lung tissue. This can occur as a result of blunt or penetrating trauma, such as a car accident or a stab wound. The laceration can lead to a buildup of air or blood in the pleural space, which can cause the lung to collapse. | '''Pulmonary laceration''' is a medical condition that involves a tear or puncture in the lung tissue. This can occur as a result of blunt or penetrating trauma, such as a car accident or a stab wound. The laceration can lead to a buildup of air or blood in the pleural space, which can cause the lung to collapse. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Pulmonary lacerations are most commonly caused by [[trauma]] to the chest. This can occur in a variety of ways, including: | Pulmonary lacerations are most commonly caused by [[trauma]] to the chest. This can occur in a variety of ways, including: | ||
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* [[Gunshot wounds]] | * [[Gunshot wounds]] | ||
* Surgical procedures on the chest or lungs | * Surgical procedures on the chest or lungs | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The symptoms of a pulmonary laceration can vary depending on the severity of the injury. They may include: | The symptoms of a pulmonary laceration can vary depending on the severity of the injury. They may include: | ||
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* Rapid heart rate | * Rapid heart rate | ||
* Low blood pressure | * Low blood pressure | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
A pulmonary laceration is typically diagnosed through a combination of a physical examination and imaging tests. These may include: | A pulmonary laceration is typically diagnosed through a combination of a physical examination and imaging tests. These may include: | ||
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* [[CT scan]] | * [[CT scan]] | ||
* [[Ultrasound]] | * [[Ultrasound]] | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
The treatment for a pulmonary laceration depends on the severity of the injury. In some cases, the laceration may heal on its own with rest and observation. In more severe cases, surgery may be required to repair the laceration and remove any blood or air that has built up in the pleural space. | The treatment for a pulmonary laceration depends on the severity of the injury. In some cases, the laceration may heal on its own with rest and observation. In more severe cases, surgery may be required to repair the laceration and remove any blood or air that has built up in the pleural space. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Pulmonary contusion]] | * [[Pulmonary contusion]] | ||
* [[Pneumothorax]] | * [[Pneumothorax]] | ||
* [[Hemothorax]] | * [[Hemothorax]] | ||
[[Category:Medical conditions]] | [[Category:Medical conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Injuries]] | [[Category:Injuries]] | ||
[[Category:Respiratory system]] | [[Category:Respiratory system]] | ||
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| Pulmonary laceration | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Synonyms | N/A |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Chest pain, shortness of breath, coughing up blood |
| Complications | Pneumothorax, hemothorax, infection |
| Onset | Trauma |
| Duration | Varies |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Blunt trauma, penetrating trauma |
| Risks | Rib fracture, high-speed motor vehicle accidents |
| Diagnosis | Chest X-ray, CT scan |
| Differential diagnosis | Pulmonary contusion, pneumonia, lung cancer |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Observation, chest tube, surgery |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Generally good with treatment |
| Frequency | Common in trauma cases |
| Deaths | N/A |
Pulmonary laceration is a medical condition that involves a tear or puncture in the lung tissue. This can occur as a result of blunt or penetrating trauma, such as a car accident or a stab wound. The laceration can lead to a buildup of air or blood in the pleural space, which can cause the lung to collapse.
Causes[edit]
Pulmonary lacerations are most commonly caused by trauma to the chest. This can occur in a variety of ways, including:
- Car accidents
- Falls from a height
- Stab wounds
- Gunshot wounds
- Surgical procedures on the chest or lungs
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of a pulmonary laceration can vary depending on the severity of the injury. They may include:
- Chest pain
- Difficulty breathing
- Coughing up blood
- Rapid heart rate
- Low blood pressure
Diagnosis[edit]
A pulmonary laceration is typically diagnosed through a combination of a physical examination and imaging tests. These may include:
Treatment[edit]
The treatment for a pulmonary laceration depends on the severity of the injury. In some cases, the laceration may heal on its own with rest and observation. In more severe cases, surgery may be required to repair the laceration and remove any blood or air that has built up in the pleural space.
