# Recurrent Spontaneous Pneumothorax in a Young Male With Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Following COVID-19 Infection

## TL;DR

A young man with Duchenne muscular dystrophy developed recurring lung collapses after recovering from COVID-19, requiring urgent medical care.

## Contribution

This case report highlights recurrent pneumothorax as a potential complication of COVID-19 in patients with neuromuscular disorders.

## Key findings

- A young male with DMD experienced recurrent pneumothorax 10 months after recovering from COVID-19.
- The patient required chest tube insertion, multiple surgeries, and mechanical pleurodesis for treatment.
- The case emphasizes the need for prompt treatment to prevent respiratory compromise in such patients.

## Abstract

Duchene muscular dystrophy (DMD) is a genetic disorder primarily affecting males. It is characterized by progressive muscle tissue degeneration. Patients with DMD are at an increased risk of respiratory infections, including coronavirus disease 20019 (COVID-19), due to weakened respiratory muscles. We present a case of a young male with DMD who experienced recurrent pneumothorax 10 months after recovering from a COVID-19 infection. The patient required prompt medical intervention, including a chest tube, multiple surgeries, and mechanical pleurodesis. This case highlights the importance of recognizing recurring pneumothorax as a potential complication of COVID-19, particularly in patients with underlying neuromuscular disorders, as it is a medical emergency requiring prompt treatment to prevent respiratory compromise.