Tracheal compression caused by traumatic thoracic duct leak.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
A man with traumatic thoracic duct injury developed a lymphocele causing upper airway obstruction. Despite drainage of the chylothorax, tracheal compression persisted due to a thoracic duct tear. Operative repair of the tear resulted in resolution of the airway obstruction.
Medical subject headings
- Lymphocele
- Thoracic Duct
- Tracheal Stenosis