Imaging and Treatment of Thoracic Fluid and Gas Collections.

Autor: Marincek, Borut, Dondelinger, Robert F., Noukoua Tchuisse, C., Ghaye, B., Dondelinger, R. F.
Zdroj: Emergency Radiology (9783540262275); 2007, p391-408, 18p
Abstrakt: Thoracic fluid and gas collections may result from benign, malignant, traumatic, and nontraumatic diseases. The role of imaging is well established for diagnosing the cause. Image- guided percutaneous drainage of thoracic gas and fluid collection appear as a safe and effective alternative to surgery. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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