Tension pneumocephalus: an unusual complication after lung resection
On day 5, after right upper lobectomy, the patient developed headache, confusion and right hemiparesis and there was clear fluid drainage from the chest tube. Computed tomography (CT) scan of the head showed gas in the ventricles and subarachnoid space. The fluid from the drain was positive for Beta...
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Published in | European journal of cardio-thoracic surgery Vol. 24; no. 1; pp. 171 - 173 |
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Main Authors | , , , |
Format | Journal Article |
Language | English |
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Amsterdam
Elsevier Science B.V
01.07.2003
Elsevier Science |
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Online Access | Get full text |
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Summary: | On day 5, after right upper lobectomy, the patient developed headache, confusion and right hemiparesis and there was clear fluid drainage from the chest tube. Computed tomography (CT) scan of the head showed gas in the ventricles and subarachnoid space. The fluid from the drain was positive for Beta-2 transferrin signifying cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) fistula. Patient recovered completely with conservative management. |
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ISSN: | 1010-7940 1873-734X |
DOI: | 10.1016/S1010-7940(03)00191-X |