Videothoracoscopic obliteration of pleuroperitoneal fistula in continuous peritoneal dialysis.

Di Bisceglie, M; Paladini, P; Voltolini, L; Garosi, G; Ghiribelli, C; Di Paolo, N; Gotti, G · Ann Thorac Surg · 1996

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Abstract

Hydrothorax during peritoneal dialysis is a very tedious complication. Many authors have described techniques of performing diagnosis and therapeutic procedures to take care of these complications. We describe a method to perform diagnosis and therapy by videothoracoscopy. Videothoracoscopy permits identification and closure of the tiny flaws in the diaphragm.

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