A case report of spontaneous pneumothorax during flight
Ho, B.L.
Aviation Space and Environmental Medicine 46(6): 840-841
1975
ISSN/ISBN: 0095-6562 PMID: 1156294 Document Number: 94761
Although spontaneous pneumothorax can usually be considered lightly when it occurs at ground level, its occurrence in aviation may result in the abort of a mission, a serious accident, or a major disaster. A case of spontaneous pneumothorax during chamber altitude and aerial flight is presented. A better understanding of the etiologies, precipitating causes, complications, likelihood of recurrence, and treatment may lead to the prevention of accidents. Diagnostic technics, operative procedures, and evaluation studies are discussed from the point of view of continuing a flying career.