Off-label use of intrabronchial valves for persistent air leak is safe and effective: a retrospective case analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Persistent air leak (PAL) is a challenging clinical problem associated with prolonged hospital stay and increased morbidity. Historically, treatment options were limited to thoracostomy tube drainage, pleurodesis, and surgical repair. The development of one-way airway valves has represented a paradigm shift in PAL management. We present our experience using intrabronchial valves (IBVs) for PAL management looking at both on-label (post-thoracic surgery) and off-label (all other) indications.

Methods

We performed a retrospective review of our single-center experience. Data collected included demographics, primary pathology leading to PAL, comorbidities, time to chest tube removal, complications, mortality, need for any additional procedure, and time to IBV removal.<

SUBMITTER: Singh H 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9840033 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature