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Ann Thorac Surg 1986;42:216-217
© 1986 The Society of Thoracic Surgeons

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Use of Pericardial Fat Pad Flap to Prevent Bronchopleural Fistula

Timothy B. Icenogle, M.D., Mark M. Levinson, M.D., Jack G. Copeland, M.D., Robert W. Emery, M.D.*

Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery Arizona Health Sciences Center, Tucson, AZ

Accepted for publication December 19, 1985.

* Address reprint requests to Dr. Emery, Surgery Department, 1501 N Campbell Ave, Tucson, AZ 85724

Use of the pericardial fat pad flap to cover the bronchial stump following pulmonary resection can minimize the occurrence of bronchopleural fistula, a serious complication. The surgical technique as shown is safe and easily accomplished.




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