May 2017

Thanks to Dr John Loy

 

(29min)

 

Discussion points:

1. The majority of large pneumothoraces managed this year have ultimately required intervention
2. Non-intervention in one case has also generated further dialogue with the Respiratory unit regarding management of these patients
3. An upcoming multi-centre trial co-ordinated via Monash may further inform our practice
4. In the meantime discussion with the respiratory or thoracics team on the day regarding large stable pneumothoraces will ensure timely follow-up