Surgical Management of Chyloptysis.
case_report · Level V
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.athoracsur.2017.09.017.
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Abstract
Chyloptysis is a rare clinical presentation. Diagnosis is challenging and requires recognition of milky-sputum or bronchial casts. We describe a case of chyloptysis secondary to thoracic lymphangiectasia that necessitated surgical ligation of the main thoracic duct and accessory branches. The patient had no postoperative complications, and at 6-month follow-up remained symptom-free. A paucity of literature describes the management of chyloptysis. We review diagnosis, treatment considerations and operative principles.
Medical subject headings
- Bronchial Diseases
- Bronchoscopy
- Chylothorax
- Thoracic Duct