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Management of a decade-old recurrent chylothorax with breast fistulization: a case report.

Trevor C ChopkoSaiesh R VoppuruEmily C BendelJanani S Reisenauer
Published in: AME case reports (2024)
Optimal chylothorax management remains debatable as it is understudied with few high-quality trials guiding treatment. When conservative management is unsuccessful, procedural intervention is often required to minimize morbidity and mortality. A literature review yielded sparse similarities between our case and others, highlighting the irregularity of presentation, challenges faced, and importance of a multidisciplinary approach in management.
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  • randomized controlled trial
  • case report