The specific management of a pneumothorax in an adolescent is related to the volume of the pneumothorax. In general, absolute bed rest can be performed if there are no obvious symptoms.
Pneumothorax in adolescents is mostly spontaneous pneumothorax, with alveolar rupture as the main cause of its development, and most often occurs in some taller and thinner people.
If the amount of pneumothorax is small and there is no obvious symptom of chest tightness, activities can be limited, absolute bed rest.
If the amount of pneumothorax is large, or the symptoms of chest tightness, wheezing, pain, and coughing are more obvious, it should be treated with thoracentesis and aspiration, and if thoracentesis is ineffective, it can also be treated with closed thoracic drainage. Generally most patients can be cured, but some patients still have recurrence. Some patients who develop persistent air leakage after surgery require surgical intervention.
If pneumothorax occurs, standardized treatment under the guidance of a doctor is recommended.