Collapsed Lung Symptoms
9. Increased Heart Rate
Increased heartbeat, or tachycardia, is the most common cardiac symptom of pneumothorax. In some cases, the heart rate may reach 135 beats per minute. Low blood pressure or hypotension is another sign of pneumothorax.
It is a late finding, but is important to correct, especially before surgical intervention. High pressure in the jugular vein, a common occurrence in tension pneumothorax, should be differentiated from severe hypotension during treatment.
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