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Does a thoracotomy procedure really reduce the chances of me getting another pneumothorax? and is surgery really worth it?
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Yes: Thoracitomy can reduce the risk of recurrent pneumothorax but there are much less invasive ways to treat this with thorascopic procedures. You should see a thoracic surgeon familiar with those techniques.
Answered 5/29/2016
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