№ 8Pulmonology14 min read
Pneumothorax, hydrothorax, pulmonary edema
1. Big picture
These three conditions are very common causes of acute dyspnea and abnormal chest imaging:
| Condition | What is in the thorax? | Main danger |
|---|---|---|
| Pneumothorax | Air in pleural space | Lung collapse; tension pneumothorax → shock |
| Hydrothorax / pleural effusion | Fluid in pleural space | Lung compression; infection/malignancy clue |
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