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A member asked:
Why would they have to keep a drainage tube in, for going on three weeks now?, she had a lung biopsy. she has stage 4 lung cancer, 79yrs. old.
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Air leak: She may have a chronic air leak from the tumor or biopsy site preventing them from removing the tube. This is known as a bronchopleural fistula. Ask your doctor.
Answered 5/12/2020
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Drainage: Tubes in the chest drain air or fluid. The duration is usually determined by volume of fluid or persistent air leak.
Answered 5/12/2020
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See below: Likely she has a bronchopleural fistula or a pleural effusion that won't quit draining. those would be the most common, but can't be sure without knowing the case.
Answered 5/12/2020
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