Postoperative chylothorax.

David W Johnstone

doi:10.1016/s1052-3359(02)00016-9

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Postoperative chylothorax.

David W Johnstone

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Chylothorax is an unusual complication of surgical procedures within the chest. Early recognition is important so that appropriate conservative measures can be applied. Operative intervention after a short course of supportive therapy will control most chyle fistulas. Methods of diagnosis in the postoperative setting and literature supporting various treatment options are the focus of this article.

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David W Johnstone. 2002. Postoperative chylothorax.. https://doi.org/10.1016/s1052-3359(02)00016-9

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