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Presentation and management of delayed bronchopleural fistula after pulmonary lobectomy: a case report.

Riad Abdel JalilAli DabousAlmu'atasim KhameesAhmad Yasin Alzu'biJoud Al-Majali
Published in: Journal of cardiothoracic surgery (2024)
Air leaks After lobectomy usually presents directly postoperatively; various management options are available ranging from conservative and minimally invasive to major operative treatment. We presented what we believe was unusual delayed bronchopleural fistula post-lobectomy in a thin lady which demonstrates clearly how a delayed air leak was detected and how collaborative efforts were crucial for delivering high-quality, safe, and patient-centered care till treated and complete recovery.
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