Intractable Bronchopleural Fistula After Lung Resection in Mycobacterial Infection; Surgical and Endoscopic Treatment With Fibrin Glue Application Followed by Latissimus Dorsi Musculocutaneous Flap Coverage: A Case Report
Abstract:Postoperative bronchopleural fistula (BPF) is a challenging and complicated problem to cope with. Involving with multidisciplinary care team is essential for the best outcome. This report provides our experiences in intractable BPF after lung resection surgery which fail to completely heal after received surgical and endoscopic treatment. A 56-year-old female with no known underlying disease presented with nonmassive hemoptysis, productive cough, low-grade fever, and significant weight loss for 3 years. Her sp… Show more
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