Nonsurgical treatment of a catamenial pneumothorax with a Gn-RH analogue

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Abstract

Catamenial pneumothorax is a rarely encountered entity characterized by recurrent pneumothorax concurrent with menstruation. Numerous mechanisms have been postulated in the etiology of catamenial pneumothorax and treatment is still controversial. We report a case of a catamenial pneumothorax successfully treated with a Gn-RH analogue supporting the efficacy of this regimen and the endometriosis theory as an underlying cause of the disease.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)275-276
Number of pages2
JournalRespiration
Volume69
Issue number3
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2002
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • Catamenial pneumothorax
  • Endometriosis
  • Treatment

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