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[Bilateral chylothorax].

P Romand1, F Blanc-Jouvan, C Brambilla

  • 1Service de Pneumologie, C.H.R.U., Grenoble.

Revue Des Maladies Respiratoires
|January 1, 1989
PubMed
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Spontaneous bilateral chylothorax in a kyphoscoliosis patient resolved with pleural tap and dietary changes. This case suggests thoracic duct tearing due to vertebral hyperextension may be a cause.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical Case Reports
  • Thoracic Surgery
  • Pulmonology

Background:

  • Kyphoscoliosis is a spinal deformity that can lead to various complications.
  • Chylothorax, the accumulation of chyle in the pleural space, can be spontaneous or secondary to trauma or disease.

Observation:

  • A woman with pre-existing kyphoscoliosis presented with spontaneous bilateral chylothorax.
  • The condition involved the accumulation of chyle in both pleural cavities.

Findings:

  • The patient achieved a cure following a single pleural tap procedure.
  • A three-week regimen of rest and a specialized alimentary diet was crucial for recovery.

Implications:

  • This case highlights a potential, albeit rare, complication of severe kyphoscoliosis.

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  • The findings suggest that thoracic duct injury secondary to vertebral column hyperextension movements could precipitate chylothorax.
  • Conservative management, including dietary modification, can be effective in treating this condition.