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Son had resection of esoph. now has chylothoracic. is tpn. how long before he can have clear liquids & what is time frame before surg is considered. ?
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Chylothorax: The lymphatic system is a low pressure system, so usually staying on tpn, and/or a fat restricted diet supplemented by medium chain fatty acids cures the problem in 50% of cases. It may take weeks or even months to heal. He may also need his chest drained periodically. Surgery is a last option because it is difficult to find and clip the lympatics.
Answered 7/5/2013
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