Prophylactic octreotide does not reduce the incidence of postoperative chylothorax following lobectomy
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DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000016599
Abstract: Abstract Chylothorax after lobectomy is common, lacking reliable preventive measures. Octreotide is widely used for treatment of chyle leakage, but its role in preventing chylothorax has not been estimated. The aim of this study was… read more here.
Keywords: incidence postoperative; reduce incidence; postoperative chylothorax; prophylactic octreotide ... See more keywords