Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery (Jun 2006)

Healing of bronchopleural fistula using a modified Dumon stent: a case report

  • Ciulla Michele M,
  • Galliera Maurizio,
  • De Simone Matilde,
  • Alloisio Marco,
  • Cioffi Ugo,
  • Testori Alberto,
  • Ferraroli Giorgio,
  • Ravasi Gianni

DOI
https://doi.org/10.1186/1749-8090-1-16
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 1, no. 1
p. 16

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Abstract Background Brochopleural fistula following lung resection is a therapeuric challenge for thoracic surgeons. Case presentation We describe a case of late bronchopleural fistula after right extrapleural pneumonectomy for malignant mesothelioma. Bronchoscopic attempts to repair it were unsuccessful. Conclusion The use of a modified Y Dumon stent associated with glue apposition on the bronchial stump allowed us to close the fistula without the need of any surgical repair.