Lung resection for extensive lung injury causing severe hemorrhage
Journal: International Archives of Integrated Medicine (IAIM) (Vol.2, No. 3)Publication Date: 2015-03-12
Authors : BG Jayawickrama; WMASB Wasala; MVG Pinto; KB Galketiya;
Page : 151-154
Keywords : Hemothorax; Thoracotomy; Lung injury; Lung resection.;
Abstract
We have presented here a case of a twenty three year old male who successfully recovered of a massive right lung injury by rapid transport, insertion of inter costal drain, emergency thoracotomy for resection of upper and middle lobes and post operative intensive care.
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