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Bilateral chylothorax following left-sided radical neck dissection

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  02 June 2006

S Srikumar ,
J R Newton  and
T A B Westin
S Srikumar
Affiliation:
Royal Hallamshire Hospital, Sheffield, UK
J R Newton
Affiliation:
Royal Hallamshire Hospital, Sheffield, UK
T A B Westin
Affiliation:
Royal Hallamshire Hospital, Sheffield, UK
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Abstract

Chylothorax is an extremely rare but potentially life-threatening complication of radical neck dissection. Its rarity makes surgeons unfamiliar with its management. We report the case of a bilateral chylothorax occurring after a left radical neck dissection and discuss its management. A multi-disciplinary approach is advocated, involving surgical, respiratory and dietetic input, and this led to a favourable outcome for our patient.

Keywords

Neck DissectionChylothoraxSurgical Procedures
Type
Radiology in Focus
Information
The Journal of Laryngology & Otology , Volume 120 , Issue 8 , August 2006 , pp. 705 - 707
Copyright
2006 JLO (1984) Limited

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