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Sosei Abe1,2, Keita Tokuishi1,2, Shin-Ichi Maekawa1
1Department of Chest Surgery, National Hospital Organization Fukuokahigashi Medical Center, Fukuoka, Japan.
Abstract:
Most cases of intractable pneumothorax are complicated by underlying lung diseases, which lead to poor intrathoracic conditions. Therefore, the treatment becomes even more challenging, and standard surgical techniques cannot always be applied to treat pneumothorax. We report a novel surgical technique using polyglycolic acid mesh and fibrin glue for intractable pneumothorax, named the mille feuille method. This method involves multiple layers of polyglycolic acid mesh and fibrin glue to control air leaks. A step-by-step protocol to perform it is described.
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