Open AccessAcupuncture-Induced Pneumothorax: A Recurring Problem
Author(s) -
Mushtaq Farhat,
Polson Louise
Publication year - 2020
Publication title -
archives of pulmonology and respiratory care
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 2581-3684
DOI - 10.17352/aprc.000057
Subject(s) - acupuncture , medicine , pneumothorax , acupuncture needle , physical therapy , acupuncture therapy , surgery , alternative medicine , pathology
Complications related to acupuncture can have significant consequences for the patient as described in our case report below. However we believe that patients are not made aware of these complications and therefore we would like to see changes made to the way acupuncture is practiced in the United Kingdom.
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