Abstract
Pneumothorax is the presence of air in the pleural space, which produces an increase in transmural pressure and consequently leads to lung collapse. Although the causes of pneumothorax are unknown, risk factors include male gender, tall stature, smoking, and a family history of pneumothorax. The magnitude of the clinical manifestations varies from remaining asymptomatic to threatening the life of the patient. The diagnosis is confirmed by chest X-ray and treatment depends on the severity of the symptoms, its volume and the clinical characteristics of the patient. The goal of treatment is to re-expand the potentially collapsed lung to its original capacity and prevent recurrences.
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