Semin intervent Radiol 2007; 24(2): 272-276
DOI: 10.1055/s-2007-980051
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Pneumothorax Treated by Small-Bore Chest Tube

Brian Funaki1
  • 1Section of Vascular and Interventional Radiology, University of Chicago Hospitals, Chicago, Illinois
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Publication Date:
12 June 2007 (online)

Pneumothorax is the most common significant complication associated with percutaneous chest biopsy. It is mandatory for any physician performing a lung biopsy to be adept at treating this complication.

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Brian FunakiM.D. 

Section of Vascular and Interventional Radiology, University of Chicago Hospitals

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