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Treatment of hemothorax with hematoma disposal
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The Martha-Maria Hospital Munich is one of the medical facilities of the Martha-Maria Diaconal Enterprise, as well as an academic hospital of Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich. For the patient, this means a combination of advanced medicine with a humane attitude towards the patient's worries and his life situation. The
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Luisenhospital Aachen
Luisenhospital Aachen
Overall rating9.83333 / 10
The Luisenhospital Aachen is a modern health facility that offers top-class European-standard service. The medical complex is an academic hospital of RWTH Aachen University, which provides patients with access to innovations in diagnosis and treatment. The hospital first opened its doors to patients in 1967 and has been carrying
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The University Hospital Freiburg is famous for its rich history and is one of the oldest and most prestigious medical facilities in Germany (one of the three best medical institutions in the country). The hospital was based on the Faculty of Medicine of the Albert Ludwig University of Freiburg, which celebrated its 550th anniver
The Medical Park Gebze Hospital is a progressive medical facility, which diagnoses and treats patients in almost all fields of modern medicine. The hospital is part of the prestigious Medical Park Hospitals Group, which unites 28 advanced medical centers in various cities of Turkey and is one of the leading providers of medical
Asan Medical Center is Korea’s largest medical institution, with 1,600 physicians and surgeons, 3,100 nurses, 2,680 beds, and 67 operating rooms, occupying more than four million square feet (about 371,600 square meters). A typical day at AMC sees 2,500 inpatients and 10,000 outpatients treated. The treatment of heart dise
The Hanyang University Medical Center was founded in 1972 and today is one of the largest and most advanced providers of medical services in Korea and around the world. The medical institution runs 9 specialized centers and 26 departments fitted out with state-of-the-art equipment. The most important component of successful trea
As a member of the Swiss Leading Hospitals, the Multispecialty Hospital Lindberg in Winterthur ranges amongst the leading medical facilities in Switzerland. With more than 100 accredited doctors of various specialties, the Lindberg Hospital offers a broad range of medical services. Focal areas of the Hospital are orthopedics inc
The Vivantes Auguste-Victoria Hospital, has special expertise and received international recognition in the field of Urology, especially in the treatment of prostate cancer and also Oncology, Neurology, Cardiology and other directions. The possibilities of urological treatment include robot-assisted surgeries using the Da Vinci
The St. Remigius Hospital Opladen Leverkusen provides medical services in accordance with the highest standards. It is part of the Kplus Group, which unites more than twenty medical facilities. All hospitals of the group are not only distinguished by high-quality healthcare services, but also adhere to the Christian beliefs. The
The Hospital Frankfurt (Oder) has an excellent reputation in the national and international medical arena, providing patients with high-quality medical services in accordance with the standards of modern medicine. The healthcare facility is an academic hospital of the Charite University Hospital Berlin and is also part of the Rh
University Hospital Mainz
University Hospital Mainz
Overall rating9.7 / 10
The University Hospital Mainz is one of the best maximum care medical facilities in Germany and an internationally recognized scientific center. There are more than 60 departments and institutes, which represent all fields of modern medicine. The hospital serves more than 68,000 inpatients and more than 273,000 outpatients annua
The Gaziosmanpasa Hospital of Yeniyuzyil University is a private maximum care medical facility with the high standards of patient care. The hospital began its activities in 1992 and during this time has gained an excellent reputation in Turkey and in many other countries of the world.
The Clinic de Genolier Genolier is the largest reputable medical facility of the Swiss Medical Network, which provides excellent high-quality medical services in accordance with the best traditions of Swiss healthcare. The clinic was founded in 1972 and nowadays it can boast with long successful clinical experience, as well as c
The Hirslanden Salem-Spital Bern enjoys the status of a modern medical facility, which work is based on the highest medical standards, a humane and respectful attitude towards patients. The history of the health facility began back in 1888, when it functioned with the assistance of the Deaconess Foundation. In 2002, the hospital
The Vivantes Neukölln Hospital is the maximum care hospital and one of the largest healthcare facilities in Berlin.  There are more than 20 specialized departments and centers, including pediatric departments. In total, the hospital has 1,200 beds. The hospital uses innovative technologies and the latest treatments, as
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About the disease

Hemothorax is a condition that causes blood to accumulate in the pleural cavity that surrounds each lung. In most cases, hemothorax is caused by a previous trauma to the chest, which led to a build-up of blood. However, some medical conditions can also cause hemothorax. People who delayed treatment for tuberculosis, are suffering from advanced stages of lung cancer, or who have a blood clotting defect, can also develop hemothorax. In rare cases, blood can build up in the pleural cavity following surgery.

Reported cases of hemothorax date back to ancient times. However, it wasn’t until the 18th century that treatment for this disease was introduced. It usually involved draining blood from the pleural cavity, performed via an open incision into the chest. This treatment was very dangerous and morbidity rates were high. Later on, a more efficient technique was introduced, whereby the blood was drained through a tube.

Symptoms

  • Chest pain
  • Shortness of breath
  • Rapid breathing
  • Anxiety as a result of rapid heart beat
  • Cool skin, which is also usually pale
  • Clammy hands

Diagnosis

  • During an initial examination, the doctor will ensure the patient can breathe and see if there has been any damage to the respiratory system.
  • The doctor will also measure the patient’s pulse and assess their complexion.
  • If the patient coughs up blood, it can also be an indicator of hemothorax.
  • The patient’s pleural fluid will be analyzed.
  • A chest X-ray, CT scan and other imaging tests can determine whether there is a build-up of blood in the pleural cavity.

Treatment

  • A tube is inserted into the chest, to remove the build-up of blood and drain the pleural cavity. After the procedure, the tube will be left in the chest in order to expand the lung and to remove the remaining blood by suction. It is also used to assist the patient’s breathing while they recover.
  • If the bleeding is not brought under control following the above drainage technique, a thoracotomy may be necessary. This is a major surgical procedure, whereby an incision is made into the pleural space of the chest.
  • If hemothorax was caused by another condition, such as a blood clotting defect, this condition will need to be treated as well.

Authors: Dr. Vadim ZhiliukDr. Sergey Pashchenko