Abstract
Massive chronic pancreatic pleural effusions are thought, in most instances, to be secondary to internal pancreatic fistulas decompressing into the chest. Such effusions can occur in patients with no recent history of pancreatic disease. This disease is thought to be analogous to pancreatic ascites, and the treatment is similar. Initial therapy should be conservative. If the effusion persists or recurs, laparotomy and pancreatography may be necessary for correct surgical therapy. Five cases are described.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 827-830 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Surgery Gynecology and Obstetrics |
Volume | 137 |
Issue number | 5 |
State | Published - Dec 1 1973 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Surgery
- Obstetrics and Gynecology