ICD-11 definition : A tension pneumothorax is present when the intrapleural pressure is greater than atmospheric
throughout expiration and often during inspiration as well. The mechanism responsible
for tension pneumothorax is the disruption of the visceral or parietal pleura in such
a manner that a one-way valve develops. A tension pneumothorax can occur after any
type of pneumothorax; it is independent of the etiology. It can sometimes occur after
a spontaneous pneumothorax but is more common after a traumatic pneumothorax, with
mechanical ventilation, or during cardiopulmonary resuscitation.;
A tension pneumothorax is present when the intrapleural pressure is greater than atmospheric
throughout expiration and often during inspiration as well. The mechanism responsible
for tension pneumothorax is the disruption of the visceral or parietal pleura in such
a manner that a one-way valve develops. A tension pneumothorax can occur after any
type of pneumothorax; it is independent of the etiology. It can sometimes occur after
a spontaneous pneumothorax but is more common after a traumatic pneumothorax, with
mechanical ventilation, or during cardiopulmonary resuscitation.