Abstract
Chylothorax, which is a rare complication of central venous catheterization, is an accumulation of lymphatic fluid in the pleural space as a result of impairment of the integrity of ductus thoracicus. In this case report, we will look over chylothorax related to thrombus developing following subclavian vein catheterization.
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Article Type: Case Report
EUR J GEN MED, Volume 10, Issue 4, October 2013, 243-245
https://doi.org/10.29333/ejgm/82226
Publication date: 09 Oct 2013
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