What is the most common cause of hemothorax?
a. Chest trauma
b. Malignancy
c. Pulmonary embolism
d. Surgery
ANS: A
Although hemothorax is seen most commonly after blunt or penetrating chest trauma, a number of medical conditions can give rise to blood in the pleural space.
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