Cumulative radiation dose incurred during the management of complex pleural space infection

Cumulative radiation dose incurred during the management of complex pleural space infection

Abstract Background Complex pleural space infections are commonly managed with antibiotics, pleural drainage, intrapleural fibrinolytic therapy, and surgery. These strategies often utilize radiographic imaging during management, however little data is available on cumulative radiation exposure recei...

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Main Authors: Christopher R. Gilbert, Anee S. Jackson, Candice L. Wilshire, Leah C. Horslen, Shu-Ching Chang, Adam J. Bograd, Eric Vallieres, Jed A. Gorden
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2021-04-01
Series:BMC Pulmonary Medicine
Subjects:
Complex pleural space infection
Cumulative effective dose
Radiation exposure
Radiation safety
Empyema management
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12890-021-01486-7

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s12890-021-01486-7

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