PubMed · 14273137
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J L SHEK. 1965. TRAUMATIC CHYLOTHORAX.. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/14273137/
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Chylothorax is a rare but serious complication after oesophagectomy procedure. We report the case of a 59-year-old man who underwent an oesophagectomy by Akiyama procedure. A persistent postoperative chylothorax occurred requiring drainage and conservative management. After one week, the failure of this management motivated the institution of continuous infusion of somatostatin. This led to a rapid cessation of chyle production without side effect and to the discharge of the patient from the intensive care unit.