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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
Synonyms and keywords: Hematothorax; haemothorax
Overview
Hemothorax as a clinico-pathological entity can be defined in two ways. Morphologically, it is a pathologic collection of blood within the pleural cavity, between the lung surface and inner chest wall. Clinically , hemothorax is defined as a pleural fluid with a hematocrit ranging from at least 25–50% of peripheral blood. In cases of long standing haemothorax due to haemodilution, hemothorax can appear with lower levels of hematocrit. massive hemothorax is defined as the drainage of more than 1500 cc of blood upon chest tube insertion.
Historical Perspective
Classification
Spontaneous haemothorax (SH) is a subcategory of haemothorax.
Pathophysiology
Causes
Differentiating Hemothorax from other Diseases
Epidemiology and Demographics
Risk Factors
Natural History, Complications and Prognosis
Diagnosis
History and Symptoms | Physical Examination | Laboratory Findings | Electrocardiogram | Chest X Ray | CT | Echocardiography or Ultrasound | Other Imaging Findings | Other Diagnostic Studies
Treatment
Medical Therapy | Surgery | Primary Prevention | Secondary Prevention | Cost-Effectiveness of Therapy | Future or Investigational Therapies
Case Studies
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