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Scholars Journal of Medical Case Reports | Volume-7 | Issue-11
Congenital Pneumonia, Pneumothorax and Empyema Soon After Birth: A Rare Presentation
Mahmoud M. Osman, Mohammed Saleh Alissa, Enas Mohamed Elsabagh, Suzan Abdelhamid
Published: Nov. 15, 2019 |
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DOI: 10.36347/SJMCR.2019.v07i11.005
Pages: 658-660
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Abstract
Empyema thoracis is a rare cause of respiratory distress in neonates. It is a rare complication of congenital pneumonia with a fulminant course, rapid progression and a high mortality. Case characteristics: A newborn presented with respiratory distress, cyanosis and right pneumothorax. Her condition rapidly deteriorated, so intubated and mechanically ventilated. Empyema thoracis was diagnosed and the infant was managed with chest tube drainage and appropriate antibiotics. She gradually improved and discharged home in good condition.