ChLylothorax
Abstract
Chylothorax can occur after direct injury to the thoracic duct, blunt thoracic trauma, or surgery to the thorax. A spontaneously occurring chylothorax requires a thorough etiological explanation and treatment of the underlying condition. The goals of conservative treatment are to seal the injury site in the thoracic duct and restore normal chylus flow. The crucial issue is determining the duration of conservative treatment. Symptomatic treatment with pleural puncture is recommended, provided the duration is not prolonged. Surgical treatment involves the placement of a ligature at the site of injury in the thoracic duct, which is successful.
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