Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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5617095 | The Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery | 2017 | 29 Pages |
Abstract
Overall major complications are rare in the immediate posthospital dismissal period after lung resection. Air travel during this period was not associated with any significant increase in risk of complications when compared with conventional ground transportation and seems to be a safe option for patients after chest tube removal.
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Authors
Stephen D. MD, Karlyn E. MAN, RN, Bettie J. MBA, Francis C. MD, K. Robert MD, Mark S. MD, Dennis A. MD, PhD,