[Catamenial pneumothorax during menstruation].

Recurring pneumothorax associated with menstruation was named catamenial pneumothorax. Proposed causes for catamenial pneumothorax include allows air to enter the peritoneal cavity via the genital tract, prostaglandins, diaphragmatic fenestrations and systemic endometriosis. In this article, we review the literature experience with this entity and critically assess treatment options based on pathophysiology mechanism.