TARGETED OXYGEN THERAPY FOR NON-TENSION PNEUMOTHORAX IN FULL-TERM NEONATE, A CASE REPORT

Haneen Namour*

ABSTRACT

Pneumothorax in neonates can lead to significant complications. While drainage is a common intervention, targeted oxygen therapy has emerged as a potentially effective, less invasive management strategy for hemodynamically stable infants. We present a case of a full-term neonate with a non-tension pneumothorax successfully treated with judiciously titrated supplemental oxygen, guided by continuous monitoring and clinical assessment. This approach avoided the need for needle aspiration or chest tube placement. Our report supports the use of targeted oxygen therapy as a valuable alternative for select cases of non-tension pneumothorax in full-term neonates, emphasizing individualized treatment planning.

Keywords: Pneumothorax - targeted oxygen therapy – neonate.