Punctured lung? random but it is a much needed answering question?!?

Question

Hey does anyone know the proceedure for a punctured lung and how long you have to stay in hospital for?!?

thanks guys!

Answer 1

The object of treatment is to remove air from the chest and allow the lung to re-expand. This is done by inserting a needle and syringe  or chest tube through the chest wall. This allows the air to escape without allowing any air back in. The lung will then re-expand itself within a few days. Surgery may be needed for repeat occurrences....about 2-6 days in hospital is required