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An erect chest radiograph showed bilateral pneumothoraces and bronchopleural fistulae. A chest drain was inserted. Following discussion with the Cardiothoracic Surgeons, pleurodesis was not deemed possible. He developed inotropic-dependent shock with worsening lung compliance. As a result of his deteriorating ventilation, acidosis and hyperkalaemia, he started treatment with continuous veno-venous haemofiltration. 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