Penetrating and blunt force mechanisms frequently result in thoracic trauma. Thoracic
injuries cover the spectrum from trivial to lethal, and more than half are associated with …

Background Postoperative chylothorax occurs due to trauma to lymphatic vessels and can
occur after any thoracic procedure. This study reviewed recent literature to evaluate the …

BACKGROUND: The purpose of this study is to determine the incidence, risk factors, and
outcomes for chylothorax in children undergoing cardiothoracic surgery. METHODS …

Chylothorax is an uncommon form of pleural effusion that can be associated with traumatic
and nontraumatic causes. Optimal management and outcome for patients with chylothorax …

Background: Chylothorax remains an uncommon but challenging clinical problem. Thoracic
duct ligation is the treatment of choice for postsurgical patients. However, the optimal …

BACKGROUND: Postoperative chyle leakage is a rare but well-recognized complication
after esophageal surgery. The aim of this study was to identify its incidence and potentially …

As pulmonologists are aware, there are a limited number of causes of transudative pleural
effusions that are the result of imbalances in hydrostatic and oncotic pressures; in these …

Chylothorax is a rare but severe complication of thoracic and esophageal surgery. The
anatomical relations of the thoracic duct and its highly variable anatomy may explain the …

Background: The aim of this retrospective study was to analyze the etiology, management
and outcome of patients with chylothorax and identify clinical parameters for appropriate …

Background Postoperative chylothorax after surgery for esophageal atresia/
tracheoesophageal fistula (TEF) is a rare but serious complication, especially in neonates …