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The RAMPP Trial: Randomised Ambulatory Management of Primary Pneumothorax

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Patients were observed for 1-2 hours for clinical stability, and placement was confirmed with a chest x-ray. The device was removed if there was sufficient reexpansion (<1cm of apical air on chest X-ray) and no air leak. Patients followed up every 1-2 days till day 4. Time off work because of pneumothorax treatment.