Thoracotomy for persistent bronchopleural fistula in the very low birth weight infant.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Although conservative treatment is appropriate for most very low birth weight infants with bronchopleural fistulas, early surgical closure may improve survival in properly selected patients. We report our experience with successful surgical closure in 3 consecutive neonates weighing <800 g.
Medical subject headings
- Bronchial Fistula
- Infant, Very Low Birth Weight
- Pleural Diseases
- Respiratory Tract Fistula
- Thoracotomy