Pleural Diseases in Pregnancy: Aetiology and Management
Journal Title: Pulmonary Research and Respiratory Medicine – Open Journal - Year 2017, Vol 4, Issue 1
Abstract
Pleural diseases in pregnancy can cause considerable maternal and fetal morbidity and mortality. Some like pleural effusions may be small and pose like danger or massive causing significant respiratory compromise. Others like pneumomediastinum are rare in pregnancy but can be fatal. Emergency interventions may save lives. Such interventions may include periportum caesarean section. The management of such conditions calls for the involvement of a multi-disciplinary team. Clinicians caring for pregnant women must always be well prepared to deal with any respiratory emergencies that may arise and be prepared to take prompt and bold decisions to give life-saving treatment.
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Solwayo Ngwenya
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- DOI 10.17140/PRRMOJ-4-134
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