[A rare leak after mastectomy]

Endocrinol Nutr. 2009 Nov;56(9):467-9. doi: 10.1016/S1575-0922(09)72969-9.
[Article in Spanish]

Abstract

Chylous leak is a rare complication after breast cancer surgery. We present the case of a patient with a chylous leak and discuss the management options.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Aged, 80 and over
  • Female
  • Fistula / etiology*
  • Humans
  • Lymphatic Diseases / etiology*
  • Mastectomy / adverse effects*