Is the flap reinforcement of the bronchial stump really necessary to prevent bronchial fistula?

Is the flap reinforcement of the bronchial stump really necessary to prevent bronchial fistula?

Abstract Background/aim The development of bronchopleural fistula (BPF) remains the most severe complication of lung resection, especially after pneumonectomy. Studies provide controversial reports regarding the benefits of flap reinforcement of the bronchial stump (FRBS) in preventing BPF’s occurre...

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Main Authors: Fatmir Caushi, Gentiana Qirjako, Ilir Skenduli, Daniela Xhemalaj, Hasan Hafizi, Silva Bala, Alban Hatibi, Arian Mezini
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2020-09-01
Series:Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery
Subjects:
Bronchial fistula
Bronchial stump
Flap reinforcement
Lung resection
Complication
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13019-020-01290-0

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