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ArticleThoracic research and practice2023

Thoracic Surgeons' Perspective on the Management of Primary Spontaneous Pneumothorax.

Yasser Aljehani, Farouk AlReshaid, Abdulrahman Al-Abduljabbar, Rawan A Rahman AlHarmi, Naif Alkhaldi, Musa'ad Aljughaiman, Bayan Almusailhi, Nabaa Alhawashim, Hatem Elbawab

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Yasser AljehaniDepartment of Surgery, King Fahd Hospital of the University, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, AlKhobar, Saudi Arabia.
Farouk AlReshaidDepartment of Surgery, King Fahd Hospital of the University, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, AlKhobar, Saudi Arabia.
Abdulrahman Al-AbduljabbarDepartment of Surgery, King Fahd Hospital of the University, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, AlKhobar, Saudi Arabia.
Rawan A Rahman AlHarmiDepartment of Surgery, King Fahd Hospital of the University, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, AlKhobar, Saudi Arabia.
Naif AlkhaldiDepartment of Surgery, King Fahd Hospital of the University, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, AlKhobar, Saudi Arabia.
Musa'ad AljughaimanDepartment of Surgery, King Fahd Hospital of the University, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, AlKhobar, Saudi Arabia.
Bayan AlmusailhiDepartment of Surgery, King Fahd Hospital of the University, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, AlKhobar, Saudi Arabia.
Nabaa AlhawashimDepartment of Surgery, King Fahd Hospital of the University, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, AlKhobar, Saudi Arabia.
Hatem ElbawabDepartment of Surgery, King Fahd Hospital of the University, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, AlKhobar, Saudi Arabia.

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Abstract

objectiveThe study aimed to determine the current practice of thoracic surgeons in the management of primary spontaneous pneumothorax in Saudi Arabia and to compare the results with the British Thoracic Society guidelines. MATERIAL AND

methodsThis is a questionnaire-based study. The questionnaire included 41 questions and was directed to those involved in the management of primary spontaneous pneumothorax in Saudi Arabia; namely thoracic, cardiac, and general surgeons. It was distributed electronically through email. Out of 47 registered surgeons at the time of the study, 47 responses were obtained with a 100% response rate.

resultsAmong the participants, 39 were thoracic surgeons. It was noted that all surgeons agreed on ordering an initial chest radiograph and most would order an additional view. Also, approaches varied regarding grading systems used. While 26% of the respondents use the British Thoracic Society grading system, 16% follow the American College of Chest Physicians system, and the rest chose other parameters. The majority of surgeons would choose a chest tube of a size not greater than 28 Fr for initial placement. As for video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery, we noted that 55% of the respondents opted for 3 ports, while 36% would place 2 ports.

conclusionPrimary spontaneous pneumothorax is a common condition managed by thoracic surgeons. Various guidelines were established to guide practice. Our study showed some variability in practice which could result in serious medico-legal consequences and can affect the careers of thoracic surgeons. We hope that our results will shed light upon variabilities to influence proper directed management.

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