Extracellular matrix fistula plug for repair of bronchopleural fistula

Introduction: Bronchopleural fistula (BPF) is a feared complication of pulmonary resection. Fistula plugs (FP) have been described as an adequate treatment in anorectal disease. We describe our early experience placing an FP in the treatment of BPF. Materials and methods: We retrospectively reviewed...

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Main Authors: Kenneth K. Sakata, Janani S. Reisenauer, Ryan M. Kern, David E. Midthun, James P. Utz, Shanda H. Blackmon, John J. Mullon, Dennis A. Wigle
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2018-01-01
Series:Respiratory Medicine Case Reports
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2213007118301229