Recurrent Catamenial Pneumothorax Suggestive of Pleural Endometriosis
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A 42-year-old multiparous patient presented for consultation as a referral for management of recurrent catamenial pneumothorax. Evaluation by a pulmonologist failed to reveal any chest masses. She was treated for endometriosis using Danazol 800 mg daily for 6 months. Pneumothorax did not recur during treatment and during follow-up visits.
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دوره 2014 شماره
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تاریخ انتشار 2014