Thoracic Duct Cyst in Mediastinum - A case report -
The thoracic duct cyst is an extremely rare cystic lesion in the mediastinum. Surgical treatment of the cyst is necessary to confirm histologic diagnosis and prevent potential complications such as spontaneous or traumatic rupture of the cyst and chylothorax.
Main Authors: | Kwak, Mu-yeop, Bae, Chi-Hoon |
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Format: | Online |
Language: | English |
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Korean Society for Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery
2011
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Online Access: | https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3249281/ |
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