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Spontaneous Pneumothorax: A Review of Underlying Etiologies and Diagnostic Imaging Modalities.

This review focuses on the diverse etiologies of secondary spontaneous pneumothorax (SSP) and the crucial role of imaging in their diagnosis. Unlike primary spontaneous pneumothorax (PSP), which is typically due …

Published: Nov. 7, 2025, midnight
Catamenial pneumothorax with histologically proven diaphragmatic endometriosis successfully managed by combined surgical resection and hormonal therapy: A four-year recurrence-free case.

Catamenial pneumothorax (CP) is a rare form of spontaneous pneumothorax associated with thoracic endometriosis. We report a case of CP with histologically proven diaphragmatic endometriosis successfully managed by combined surgical …

Published: Nov. 5, 2025, midnight
Catamenial Pneumothorax Without Thoracic Endometriosis: A Case Report From the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Region.

Catamenial pneumothorax is a rare clinical condition first described over seven decades ago. It typically occurs within 72 hours before or after menstruation and is most frequently observed in women …

Published: Oct. 18, 2025, midnight
Whispers of the Lungs: Unraveling the Mystery of Catamenial Pneumothorax.

Catamenial pneumothorax (CP) is an uncommon condition marked by recurrent spontaneous pneumothorax in women, typically occurring within the first 72 hours of menstruation. It is also the most prevalent manifestation …

Published: Oct. 9, 2025, midnight
A 39 years old woman with thoracic endometriosis presents with recurrent catamenial Pneumothorax: A case report.

Recurrent catamenial pneumothorax (RCP) is an infrequent medical condition predominantly affecting women of reproductive age. It is characterized by the repeated occurrence of pneumothorax, resulting in either partial or complete …

Published: Sept. 5, 2025, midnight
Looking at the tip of the iceberg: a case report discussing the diagnosis and management of coexistent diaphragmatic and thoracic endometriosis.

Diaphragmatic endometriosis is considered the most common extrapelvic localization of endometriosis. Thoracic endometriosis syndrome (TES) involves endometriotic deposits in the pleura and lungs. Diaphragmatic endometriosis and TES are often discussed …

Published: July 9, 2025, midnight
Clinical features and management of thoracic endometriosis: a 20-year monocentric retrospective study.

Although thoracic endometriosis (TE) represents the most common manifestation of extra-pelvic endometriosis, it is a rare condition and currently there is no established clinical guideline for the management of this …

Published: March 30, 2025, midnight
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery for Catamenial Pneumothorax : A Report of Five Cases Treated by Diaphragm Reefing with and without Chemical Pleurodesis.

Catamenial pneumothorax (CP), the most common manifestation of thoracic endometriosis syndrome, is a rare form of primary spontaneous pneumothorax that occurs in women of reproductive age. Although CP is usually …

Published: March 22, 2025, midnight
Thoracic endometriosis syndrome diagnosed by dry thoracoscopy: Novel diagnostic method for a rare disease.

Endometriosis is an ectopic implantation of uterine tissue and can affect the thoracic cavity, resulting in Thoracic Endometriosis Syndrome (TES). TES is rare and presents with catamenial pneumothorax, haemothorax, and …

Published: Feb. 27, 2025, midnight
Thoracic endometriosis syndrome: imaging findings and the value of a dedicated MRI protocol.

Endometriosis is the presence of hormonally sensitive endometrium-like tissue outside the uterus. It is a common condition, affecting 10% of reproductive-age people assigned as female at birth. Although usually occurring …

Published: Feb. 18, 2025, midnight
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