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DOI: 10.1055/s-0041-1733360
P-114 Autologous blood pleurodesis for the treatment of postoperative air leaks. A systematic review and meta-analysis
Hintergrund
Postoperative air leaks are a common complication after lung surgery. They are associated with prolonged hospital stay, increased treatment costs, increased postoperative pain and patient discomfort. The treatment of prolonged air leaks remains versatile. Several treatment alternatives have been proposed such as different types of sealants, chemical pleurodesis up to early surgical revision. The aim of this review is to analyse the impact of autologous blood pleurodesis in a systematic way.
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06. September 2021
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