Term: Iatrogenic Pneumothorax

Glossary Definition

Last Updated: 2006-07-20

Definition:

Iatrogenic pneumothorax refers to a punctured lung. A puncture of the lung can occur during procedures such as insertions of intercostal catheters and drains, thoracentesis, central line insertion and intubation for mechanical ventilation.

Related terms 

• Mechanical Ventilation

References 

• Bruce S, Prior H, Katz A, Taylor M, Latosinsky S, Martens P, De Coster C, Brownell M, Soodeen R, Steinbach C. Application of Patient Safety Indicators in Manitoba: A First Look. Winnipeg, MB: Manitoba Centre for Health Policy, 2006. [Report] [Summary] (View)