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Thoracoscopic retrieval of unusual iatrogenic foreign bodies

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Abstract

Background

Management of pyothorax and pneumothorax requires aspiration and/or intercostal drainage.

Case characteristics

We present two cases which were complicated by instrument-related events resulting in breakage of needle or intercostal drainage tube resulting in pleural foreign body.

Intervention/Outcome

The patients were stabilized and the foreign bodies retrieved using thoracoscopic approach.

Message

Thoracoscopy provides a minimally invasive approach to deal with pleural foreign bodies.

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  1. Department of Pediatric Surgery, Chacha Nehru Bal Chikitsalaya, Geeta Colony, Delhi, 110031, India

    Vivek Manchanda, M. Sengar & A. Mohta

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Manchanda, V., Sengar, M. & Mohta, A. Thoracoscopic retrieval of unusual iatrogenic foreign bodies. Indian Pediatr 53, 341–342 (2016). https://doi.org/10.1007/s13312-016-0848-6

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