Primary Spontaneously Healed Unilateral Pneumothorax in a Neonate: A Case Report

Pneumothorax is a condition where there is free air between the parietal and visceral pleural leaves within the thoracic cavity. Spontaneous pneumothorax is a recognised cause of respiratory distress in newborn infants. Pneumothorax, which is commonly encountered in neonatal intensive care units, causes high mortality and morbidity especially in premature infants. Early diagnosis and appropriate treatment are important to reduce complications and mortality. In this case report we reported neonate with spontaneous pneumothorax with mild to moderate respiratory distress, who recovered completely with conservative management and no surgical intervention.