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ArticleClinical case reports2023

Bronchopleural fistula associated persistent pneumothorax in a patient recovering from COVID-19 pneumonia: A case report.

Milan Regmi, Anurag Karki, Moon Shrestha, Nibesh Pathak, Sanjeev Bhandari, Niraj Kumar Sharma, Pankaj Pant

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Article in Clinical case reports, 2023. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 1 paper.

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7 authors at 1 institution in 1 country.

Milan RegmiTribhuvan University Institute of Medicine Maharajgunj Nepal.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1331-918X
Anurag KarkiTribhuvan University Institute of Medicine Maharajgunj Nepal.
Moon ShresthaTribhuvan University Institute of Medicine Maharajgunj Nepal.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7910-6793
Nibesh PathakTribhuvan University Institute of Medicine Maharajgunj Nepal.
Sanjeev BhandariTribhuvan University Institute of Medicine Maharajgunj Nepal.
Niraj Kumar SharmaTribhuvan University Institute of Medicine Maharajgunj Nepal.
Pankaj PantPulmonary and Critical Care Medicine Institute of Medicine Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital Maharajgunj Nepal.
Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital · NP

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Key Clinical Message: Pneumothorax and bronchopleural fistula (BPF) are potentially fatal complications that can occur in patients with COVID-19 pneumonia. Early detection, appropriate treatment, and consideration of surgical intervention are necessary for optimum outcomes. Abstract: Introduction: Healthcare professionals face complex challenges as a result of the rare emergence of pneumothorax among the variety of COVID-19 complications, including severe viral pneumonia. Case History: A 57-year-old male with multiple comorbidities diagnosed with COVID-19 pneumonia was admitted to our center and exhibited bilateral crepitations. During hospitalization, the patient developed right-sided pneumothorax that persisted despite chest tube insertion was linked to the presence of BPF. Discussion: The occurrence of pneumothorax in COVID-19 patients is relatively rare risk factors for which are not yet fully understood, although smoking history may play a role. Conservative management is recommended for asymptomatic cases, while intercostal drainage is necessary for symptomatic patients. Surgical intervention may be required to manage the BPF in some instances. Conclusion: Pneumothorax and BPF are rare but potentially life-threatening complications in patients recovering from COVID-19 pneumonia. Early recognition, appropriate treatment, and consideration of surgical intervention are crucial for optimizing patient outcomes.

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bronchopleural fistulaCOVID‐19 pneumoniapneumothoraxrespiratory complications

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