Machine Learning for Treating Complicated Parapneumonic Effusions: The Fundamentals Still Apply

[摘要] Complicated parapneumonic effusions and empyema are associated with significant morbidity and mortality. Chest tube placement is usually the first intervention, but if the pleural space cannot be adequately drained, then video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery may be warranted. Intrapleural administration of a variety of agents has been used to improve the efficacy of chest tube drainage and thereby avoid more invasive surgical procedures.^1,2

[学科分类] 呼吸医学