Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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5953036 | Chest | 2016 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
Pleural hypercarbia seems to be associated with persistent alveolopleural fistulae following lung resection. Analysis of pleural gases could allow for better chest tube management following lung resection. Patients with intrapleural hypercarbia seem to benefit from supplemental oxygen and suction, whereas patients who do not have hypercarbia can be maintained on water seal drainage.
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Authors
Ankit MD, Nicole CNP, Andrew PA, Jacob BS, Adin-Cristian PhD, Peter H.S. MD, Malcolm M. MD, Jacob I. MD,