| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2872999 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2015 | 9 Pages |
Abstract
The reanalysis of the large number of studies comparing P/D to EPP suggests that P/D is associated with a 2 ½-fold lower short-term mortality (perioperatively and within 30 days) than EPP. Pleurectomy decortication should therefore be preferred when technically feasible.
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Authors
Emanuela MD, PhD, Andrea S. MD, Raja M. MD,