Abstract
Empyema following intrathoracic leakage from anastomosis is a severe complication of surgery for esophageal cancer. We present a case report of successful intracavitary urokinase therapy for pleural empyema resulting from leakage from an intrathoracic esophagojejunostomy.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 33-35 |
Number of pages | 3 |
Journal | Esophagus |
Volume | 5 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2008 Mar |
Keywords
- Anastomotic leakage
- Esophageal surgery
- Pleural empyema
- Urokinase
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Gastroenterology