68 DISEASES OF THE PLEURA 



Diagnosis.— The above symptoms in addition to thoracen- 

 tesis confirm the diagnosis. 



Prognosis.— Depends upon the extent and nature of the 

 injury. 



Treatment.— Medical.— The administration of internal 

 astringents (ergot fid. ext. 2.0-4.0) or adrenalin chlorid 

 (0.6-4.0 of 1-1000 sol.). These can be repeated in one or 

 two hours if necessary. Intravenous injections of normal salt 

 solution to maintain the blood pressure may also be used. 



