AI Article Synopsis
- Chylothorax typically has high levels of immunoglobulins and white blood cells, suggesting low likelihood of infection.
- Two cases are presented where chylothorax caused by cirrhosis developed infections after multiple procedures.
- These cases challenge the idea that chyle prevents infection and emphasize the need for careful monitoring for signs of infection during treatment.
Article Abstract
Chylothorax contains an abundant amount of immunoglobulins and white blood cells, leading to the belief that superimposed pleural infection is unlikely. We report two cases of biochemically confirmed chylothorax due to cirrhosis, complicated by superimposed pleural infection following repeated pleural interventions. These findings highlight the potential for superimposed infection in chylothorax and challenge the belief in the bacteriostatic effect of chyle. Clinical vigilance is essential to consider this possibility if features of infection arise during the management of chylothorax.
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| http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11570799 | PMC |
| http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/rcr2.70065 | DOI Listing |
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