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Left chylothorax complicating a translumbar aortography
Acta Chirurgica Belgica
|May 1, 1979
Insights
This case study details a rare instance of left chylothorax following translumbar aortography. The condition was successfully treated using conservative management, with only 16 similar cases documented in literature.
Area of Science:
- Cardiovascular Medicine
- Thoracic Surgery
Background:
- Translumbar aortography is an invasive diagnostic procedure.
- Chylothorax is a rare complication characterized by lymphatic fluid in the pleural space.
Observation:
- A case of left chylothorax occurred post-translumbar aortography.
- The patient presented with symptoms indicative of chylothorax.
Findings:
- The chylothorax was successfully managed with conservative treatment.
- This represents one of 16 reported cases in the literature.
Implications:
- Highlights the potential for chylothorax after translumbar aortography.
- Emphasizes the efficacy of conservative management for this rare complication.
- Suggests a need for increased awareness among clinicians regarding this adverse event.
Abstract:
The authors report a case of left chylothorax after a translumbar aortography, successfully managed by conservative means. As far as they known 16 similar cases are described. They review the literature on this subject.