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Healing of bronchopleural fistula using a modified Dumon stent: a case report

Authors: Giorgio Maria Ferraroli, Alberto Testori, Ugo Cioffi, Matilde De Simone, Marco Alloisio, Maurizio Galliera, Michele M Ciulla, Gianni Ravasi

Published in: Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery | Issue 1/2006

Abstract

Background

Brochopleural fistula following lung resection is a therapeuric challenge for thoracic surgeons.

Case presentation

We describe a case of late bronchopleural fistula after right extrapleural pneumonectomy for malignant mesothelioma. Bronchoscopic attempts to repair it were unsuccessful.

Conclusion

The use of a modified Y Dumon stent associated with glue apposition on the bronchial stump allowed us to close the fistula without the need of any surgical repair.

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Title: Healing of bronchopleural fistula using a modified Dumon stent: a case report
Authors: Giorgio Maria Ferraroli
Alberto Testori
Ugo Cioffi
Matilde De Simone
Marco Alloisio
Maurizio Galliera
Michele M Ciulla
Gianni Ravasi
Publication date: 01-12-2006
Publisher: BioMed Central
Published in: Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery / Issue 1/2006
Electronic ISSN: 1749-8090
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1186/1749-8090-1-16

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Healing of bronchopleural fistula using a modified Dumon stent: a case report

Abstract

Background

Case presentation

Conclusion

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Abstract

Background

Case presentation

Conclusion

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