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
Perioperative Carcinoid Crisis: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
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DOI: 10.3390/cancers14122966
Abstract: Simple Summary Intraoperative carcinoid crisis (CC) is thought to be a potentially lethal complication for patients with neuroendocrine tumors (NET). Though perioperative octreotide is often recommended for prevention, recent NET society guidelines raised concerns regarding… read more here.
Keywords: meta analysis; prophylactic octreotide; carcinoid crisis; octreotide ... See more keywords