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Spontaneous secondary pneumothorax is a significant pulmonary complication of Marfan syndrome that warrants definitive initial surgical management, such as VATS with bullectomy, to prevent high rates of recurrence. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.INCREMENTAL. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

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To illustrate the pulmonary complications related to Marfan syndrome, particularly focusing on spontaneous pneumothorax.

May 20, 2026American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine

A46-07 Spontaneous Pneumothorax as a Complication of Marfan Syndrome

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SHS HaiderNewark Beth Israel Medical Center LGL GutierrezNewark Beth Israel Medical Center NSN SahuNewark Beth Israel Medical Center

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Case report demonstrates a surgical approach to treat pneumothorax in a patient with Marfan syndrome, highlighting important implications.

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To illustrate the pulmonary complications related to Marfan syndrome, particularly focusing on spontaneous pneumothorax.
Case presentation of a 49-year-old male with Marfan syndrome and pneumothorax; imaging studies conducted included chest X-ray and CT.
Management involved tube thoracostomy followed by right-sided VATS with resection of blebs and pleurodesis.
Pathological examination of lung tissue conducted post-surgery to identify emphysematous changes and inflammation.
Patient experienced sudden chest pain and shortness of breath, confirmed by chest imaging showing a large right-sided pneumothorax.
Surgical intervention led to successful lung reexpansion, and pathology revealed eosinophil-rich inflammation and emphysematous changes.
The incidence of pneumothorax in Marfan syndrome patients is noted to be between 4-14%, emphasizing the need for careful monitoring.

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Haider et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a0d4f34f03e14405aa9a6bb https://doi.org/10.1093/ajrccm/aamag162.5928

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Case report demonstrates a surgical approach to treat pneumothorax in a patient with Marfan syndrome, highlighting important implications.

A46-07 Spontaneous Pneumothorax as a Complication of Marfan Syndrome

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A46-07 Spontaneous Pneumothorax as a Complication of Marfan Syndrome

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