Diaphragmatic fenestration for resistant pleural effusions after univentricular repair

Ann Thorac Surg. 2002 Sep;74(3):931-2. doi: 10.1016/s0003-4975(02)03672-x.

Abstract

A 12-year-old child with chronic pleural effusions for a month and a half after a fenestrated Fontan operation underwent bilateral diaphragmatic fenestrations with complete relief. We suggest this approach as an alternative treatment for chronic pleural effusions that may ensue after total cavopulmonary connection.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Chest Tubes
  • Child
  • Chronic Disease
  • Diaphragm / surgery*
  • Electrocoagulation
  • Fontan Procedure*
  • Heart Defects, Congenital / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Pleural Effusion / surgery*
  • Postoperative Complications / surgery*
  • Reoperation