Oleothorax Extrapleural

Oleothorax extrapleural edema (EOA) is a specific syndrome characterized by gradual unilateral compression or disruption of blood flow through the pulmonary artery and pulmonary trunk, which occurs due to edema in the pleural cavity without an inflammatory process.

Oleothorax EOT can be associated with various diseases and causes: - Malignant tumors of the lung and its lymphatic system; - Benign lung formations; - Chest injuries; - Intracellular infections such as mycoses; - Radiation therapy.

Complications of EOT: Pneumothorax can lead to the accumulation of air in the pleural space and difficulty breathing. This is especially dangerous if the patient is in the area of ​​a fire or explosion, when inhaled smoke can cause asphyxia and other complications. Pulmonary embolism can also occur due to oleotorcal extrapleural edema if, as a result of compression of the pulmonary artery, a sufficient amount of platelet-rich blood does not flow for some time. As a result, the blood in the vessels of the lungs begins to clot, which can provoke a stroke, heart attack, and also cause