| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2874105 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2015 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
Pneumocephalus is a rare, but potentially fatal complication of thoracic surgery. We describe a case of successful management of pneumocephalus complicated by persistent chylothorax developing after en bloc partial vertebrectomy performed after induction chemoradiotherapy for lung cancer invading the spine. Surgical treatment should be considered for pneumocephalus complicated by any condition requiring persistent chest drainage.
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Authors
Seiichiro MD, Masato MD, Ken MD, Hitoshi MD, Shinichi MD, Takahiro MD, Toshifumi MD, Shinichiro MD,