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Pneumothorax Learning Center
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A collapsed lung, or pneumothorax, is the collection of air in the space around the lungs. This buildup of air puts pressure on the lung, so it cannot expand as much as it normally does when you take a breath.
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Pneumothorax is a collection of air or gas in the chest or pleural space that causes part or all of a lung to collapse.
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