Patient Data
Age: Elderly
From the case:
Clagett thoracotomy
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A defect in the lateral aspect of the lower chest appears to communicate with the pleural cavity without, however, a convincing pneumothorax. Tracheostomy noted.
From the case:
Clagett thoracotomy
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CT confirms a cavity filled with air and gauze packing. No pneumothorax or pleural collection is present.
Case Discussion
This patient had an empyema treated with a Clagett thoracotomy, which is fortunately no longer common.