ICD Versus VATS as Primary Treatment in Fibrinopurulent Stage of Empyema Thoracis
Background and Objectives: Empyema thoracis is a condition in which pus collects in the pleural cavity. The optimal treatment of Empyema thoracis especially in the fibrinopurulent phase (Stage II) remains controversial. While the Inter Costal Drainage (ICD) is less invasive and cheap, it is not...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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JCDR Research and Publications Private Limited
2013-12-01
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Series: | Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research |
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Online Access: | https://jcdr.net/articles/PDF/3776/55-%207228_E(%20_%20)_F(H)_PF1(MH)_PFA(H)_New.pdf |