Catamenial pneumothorax
https://doi.org/10.51523/2708-6011.2025-22-3-17
Abstract
Catamenial pneumothorax is a pathological condition which appears to be difficult to recognize. The specific type of spontaneous pneumothorax tends to recur during menstruation, within 72 hours before or after the onset of a cycle. As a rule, pathogenetic relation to gynecological disease leads to the delayed diagnosis despite catamenial pneumothorax is one of the most common manifestations of thoracic endometriosis. Extensive awareness and alertness of all medicine specialists will lead to understanding that catamenial nature should be considered in all cases of spontaneous pneumothorax in women (primarily of reproductive age). It will help to make accurate diagnosis and to choose adequate treatment tactics and relapses prevention.
The article presents a review of research studies on catamenial pneumothorax and relevant clinical observation.
About the Authors
I. V. Buinevich
Gomel State Medical University
Belarus
Belarus
Iryna V. Buinevich - Candidate of Medical Sciences, Associate Professor Head of the Department of Phthisiopulmonology with the course of Advanced Training and Retraining.
Gomel
S. V. Goponiako
Gomel State Medical University
Belarus
Belarus
Svetlana V. Goponiako - Senior Lecturer at the Department of Phthisiopulmonology with the course of Advanced Training and Retraining.
Gomel
S. A. Smalitski
Gomel Regional Clinical Hospital
Belarus
Belarus
Siarhei A. Smalitski - Head of the Thoracal Surgery Department.
Gomel
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Buinevich I.V., Goponiako S.V., Smalitski S.A. Catamenial pneumothorax. Health and Ecology Issues. 2025;22(3):155-163. (In Russ.) https://doi.org/10.51523/2708-6011.2025-22-3-17
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