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Novel Insights from Clinical Practice Autologous Blood Patch Pleurodesis and Endobronchial Valves for Management of Persistent Air Leaks in Two Cases of Tuberculosis.
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Respiration; international review of thoracic diseases [Respiration] 2024; Vol. 103 (5), pp. 289-294. Date of Electronic Publication: 2024 Feb 28. - Publication Year :
- 2024
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Abstract
- Introduction: Pulmonary infections, such as tuberculosis, can result in numerous pleural complications including empyemas, pneumothoraces with broncho-pleural fistulas, and persistent air leak (PAL). While definitive surgical interventions are often initially considered, management of these complications can be particularly challenging if a patient has an active infection and is not a surgical candidate.<br />Case Presentation: Autologous blood patch pleurodesis and endobronchial valve placement have both been described in remedying PALs effectively and safely. PALs due to broncho-pleural fistulas in active pulmonary disease are rare, and we present two such cases that were managed with autologous blood patch pleurodesis and endobronchial valves.<br />Conclusion: The two cases presented illustrate the complexities of PAL management and discuss the treatment options that can be applied to individual patients.<br /> (© 2024 S. Karger AG, Basel.)
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 1423-0356
- Volume :
- 103
- Issue :
- 5
- Database :
- MEDLINE
- Journal :
- Respiration; international review of thoracic diseases
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 38417419
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1159/000537992