Can Pneumothorax Lead To Pleural/pericardial Effusion?

Posted on Tue, 23 Oct 2018

Medically reviewed by Ask A Doctor - 24x7 Medical Review Team

Tue, 23 Oct 2018 Answered on

Last reviewed on

Question : Can pneumothorax lead to pleural/pericardial effusion?

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Prasad J (4 hours later)

Answered by Dr. Dr. Prasad J (14 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Not directly

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

The cause of pneumothorax may also be responsible for pleural effusion. In other words, it is unlikely that pneumothorax led to effusion; however the condition that triggered pneumothorax may also cause pleural effusion.

Hope this is clear. Let me know if you need clarifications.

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar