Haemothorax due to intercostal artery injury after thoracentesis

Key message Haemothorax is a rare complication after thoracentesis. The diagnosis of haemothorax should be considered if there is deterioration in vital signs post‐procedure. Contrast‐enhanced computed tomography is a useful diagnostic tool for bleeding source location. Transarterial embolization is...

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Main Authors: Chien‐Hong Chou, Hong‐Jen Hsieh
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wiley 2022-05-01
Series:Respirology Case Reports
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1002/rcr2.950