Infected Bilateral Chylothorax in a Problematic Case

Abstract

Within this report we describe a problematic patient who developed infected bilateral chylothorax. A 38 year-old female who had a berry aneurysm at the basilar artery was admitted to neurointensive care unit after coil embolization procedure. On third day, her chest X-ray disclosed bilateral massive pleural effusions. Bilateral intercostal drainage tube insertions were performed. The pleural fluid was clearly. Cultures of the chylous fluid revealed Acinetobacter calcoaceticus-baumanii complex. On 10th day, she expired. We conclued that chylothorax in adults may rarely occur without a solid reason; and in the treatment may also be difficult especially when it is contaminated with microorganisms.




doi:10.4021/jcs30e