| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2882445 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2008 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
Although associated with higher costs, VATS rather than CTD is the preferred salvage treatment for unsuccessful aspiration of the first episode of primary spontaneous pneumothorax, because of shorter hospital stay and lower rates of overall failure and recurrence.
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Authors
Jin-Shing MD, PhD, Hsao-Hsun MD, Kung-Tsao MD, Ang MD, PhD, Wen-Jone MD, PhD, Yung-Chie MD, PhD,