Method of filling subscapular cavity with latex in tuberculesis

Abstract

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Aim. To devise a method of filling subscapular cavity with a biologically active and easily removing material to patients with lung tuberculesis.

Materials and methods. 31 patients with common destructive lung tuberculesis underwent the investigation, they being operated on the basis of the methodics mentioned. We made comparative estimation of their functional changes during postoperative period with cases after standard operations.

Results. The method of temporary filling of subscapular cavity after toracoplasty was devised for additional sqeezing of the lung apex. The mechanism for filling extrapleural cavity with latex was elaborated.

Conclusion. This method of filling stands in the way of premature straightening of the lung apex when applying the toracoplasty. The study of basic clinical - functional data showed, that no deterioration of basic hemodynamic outcomes such as pulse, arterial pressure was noted in the method devised by us.