| Literature DB >> 25838666 |
Sundararaman Prabhu1, Shaji Thomas1.
Abstract
A case of high output post neck dissection chylous fistula is presented, which was successfully managed conservatively with octreotide; a long acting somatostatin analogue. Routine measures had failed, and secondary complications precluded thoracoscopic ligation. We discuss the spectrum of problems associated with chylous fistula and review the rationale behind the use of octreotide.Entities:
Keywords: Chyle; Chylous fistula; Complication; Neck dissection; Octreotide; Octride
Year: 2011 PMID: 25838666 PMCID: PMC4379246 DOI: 10.1007/s12663-011-0269-y
Source DB: PubMed Journal: J Maxillofac Oral Surg ISSN: 0972-8270