How long does chylothorax live?

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With the progress of society, the level of medicine is gradually improving. But at the same time, there are also many people will suffer from strange diseases, women also increase the risk of gynecological diseases, such as chylothorax. Now let's talk about how long chylothorax lives.

How long does chylothorax live?

First, the pleural fluid was milky white, oily, alkaline and odorless. Sudan III staining was red and fat droplets could be seen. The pleural fluid became clear after alkalization and extraction with ether. Microscopic examination can see lymphocytes and red blood cells, neutrophils are rare. Chest X-ray, leakage of less effusion, the performance of mediastinal Encapsulated Effusion signs, widened upper mediastinum, obvious chylothorax with general pleural effusion.

Second, B-mode ultrasound can help to locate and quantify chylothorax and guide chest puncture. Lymphangiography can be used to determine the location of obstruction, compression and injury of lymphatic vessels and thoracic duct. Strengthen nutrition, adopt low-fat and high protein diet, parenteral nutrition support when necessary, and transfuse plasma, albumin and amino acids. The related etiological treatment was given, such as radiotherapy and chemotherapy for those caused by malignant tumor compression.

Third: thoracentesis drainage, the purpose is to reduce the symptoms of chest compression, if repeated drainage lost a lot of fat and protein, should be given systemic nutritional support, as far as possible less drainage. If conservative treatment is ineffective, surgery should be considered to relieve the compression and obstruction of the thoracic duct. If it is caused by trauma, the thoracic duct can be sutured or ligated.

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The above briefly introduces the treatment of chylothorax, it will focus on different symptoms, let patients choose the most suitable treatment. And now the medical level is constantly improving, patients should keep a positive attitude, believe that the progress of science will reduce your pain.