Chylothorax as a complication of cardiac surgery in children; when is medical or surgical intervention warranted?
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Report By: Iain Martin - Medical Student (year 4)
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Search checked by Iain Martin - Medical Student
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Institution: University of Glasgow
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Date Submitted: 5th April 2011
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Last Modified: 15th April 2011
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Status: Red (incomplete)
Three Part Question
In [paediatric patients who develop chylothorax as a complication of congenital cardiac surgery] is [either prompt medical or surgical intervention the most effective] at [resolving the chylous effusion]?