| Literature DB >> 26515941 |
Bryan M Burt1, Joseph B Shrager2.
Abstract
Alveolar air leaks are a common problem in the daily practice of thoracic surgeons. Prolonged air leak following pulmonary resection is associated with increased morbidity, increased length of hospital stay, and increased costs. This article reviews the evidence for the various intraoperative and postoperative options to prevent and manage postoperative air leak. Published by Elsevier Inc.Keywords: Air leak; Alveolar pleural fistula; Postoperative; Pulmonary resection
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Year: 2015 PMID: 26515941 DOI: 10.1016/j.thorsurg.2015.07.002
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Thorac Surg Clin Impact factor: 1.750