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Pulmonary (Lung) Injuries

Pulmonary or lung injuries can be the result of a blunt or penetrating chest injury (gunshot or knife wounds, and automobile accidents). Injuries can range from a rib fracture or a contusion (lung tissue bruise) to a collapsed lung (pneumothorax). Pulmonary complications can also occur after a traumatic event and include: 

  • Anatomy and Physiology
  • Lung Contusions
  • Pneumothorax
  • Hemothorax
  • Aspiration Smoke Inhalation/Carbon Monoxide Exposure
  • Empyema
  • Pleural Effusion
  • Adult Respiratory Distress Syndrome
  • Respiratory Faliure
  • Pneumonia
  • Pulmonary Embolism

Associated pages

Anatomy and Physiology
Lung Contusions
Pneumothorax
Hemothorax
Aspiration
Empyema
Pleural Effusion
Adult Respiratory Distress Syndrome
Respiratory Failure
Pneumonia
Pulmonary Embolism