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Suggest Treatment For Leaky Lymphatic Vessels After Thoracic Surgery
Question: WHAT TYPE OF DOCTOR CAN HELP ME IF MY LYMPHAMPATIC SYSTEM IS LEAKING SEVERLY AFTER SURGERY IVE HAD ACHEST TUBE FOR 2 YEARS DRAINING 100 CC DAILY
Brief Answer:
Kindly consult Thoracic Surgeon
Detailed Answer:
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Dear Sir
Persistent discharge from chest tube following thoracic surgery is likely to be due to injury to major lymphatic duct like thoracic duct. I would suggest you to consult Thoracic Surgeon. Further assessment by Radionucleotide scan is important to know the exact site of leakage. Further management will depend on this investigation.
Do get back to me if you need any further assistance, will be glad to assist you.
Wishing you and your family a very happy and healthy life.
Take care
Best Regards
Dr Deepak Kaltari
Kindly consult Thoracic Surgeon
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Welcome to Healthcare-Magic
Greetings of the day
Dear Sir
Persistent discharge from chest tube following thoracic surgery is likely to be due to injury to major lymphatic duct like thoracic duct. I would suggest you to consult Thoracic Surgeon. Further assessment by Radionucleotide scan is important to know the exact site of leakage. Further management will depend on this investigation.
Do get back to me if you need any further assistance, will be glad to assist you.
Wishing you and your family a very happy and healthy life.
Take care
Best Regards
Dr Deepak Kaltari
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