Chylothorax--a conservative approach (a case report).
J Postgrad Med
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1991 Oct; 37(4): 222B, 223-4
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in English
| IMSEAR
| ID: sea-115720
ABSTRACT
Lymphatic blockage due to a non-specific inflammation probably of a filarial origin caused dilatation and ectasia of lymph channels at thoracic inlet of a child. Transudation of lymph through these channels led to chylothorax. The present case report highlights the significance of conservative approach towards this complex problem.
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Main subject:
Humans
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Male
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Child
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Drainage
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Chylothorax
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Parenteral Nutrition
Language:
English
Journal:
J Postgrad Med
Year:
1991
Type:
Article
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