Estrapleural Bronchial Artery Ligation for Life-Threatening Hemoptysis in Cystic Fibrosis.

Autor: Kaukuntla, MD, H. K., Amer, K. M. A., Honeybourne, D., Stableforth, D. E., Khalil-Marzouk, J. F.
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Zdroj: Angiology; Sep2000, Vol. 51 Issue 9, p787, 6p, 4 Black and White Photographs
Abstrakt: Assesses the role of extrapleural approach for bronchial artery ligation in the treatment of recurrent hemoptysis in cystic fibrosis patients. Effect of the need for lung transplantation on the desirability of artery ligation; Presentation of indications, surgical experience and outcome; Limitation of pleural adhesion; Improvement of postoperative recovery.
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