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ArticleJournal of clinical practice and research2024

Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) Decortication for the Management of

Oğuzhan Turan, Mehmet Akif Ekici

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Article in Journal of clinical practice and research, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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Oğuzhan TuranDepartment of Thoracic Surgery, Kayseri Training and Research Hospital, Kayseri, Türkiye.
Mehmet Akif EkiciDepartment of Thoracic Surgery, Kayseri Training and Research Hospital, Kayseri, Türkiye.

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Abstract

Background: Brucellosis is a significant public health concern in endemic regions. Although pulmonary involvement is rare, there are a few reported cases of empyema. This case report discusses a rare instance of brucellosis leading to empyema and pleural thickening. Case Report: A 55-year-old patient presented with dyspnea and was subsequently diagnosed with pleural effusion. Based on the medical history, tests were conducted on blood and pleural fluid, both of which tested strongly positive for Conclusion: Untreated brucellosis can lead to severe complications, including rare conditions such as empyema and pleural thickening. Therefore, early diagnosis and the prompt initiation of medical treatment are crucial to prevent these serious complications.

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BrucellabrucellosisDecorticationempyemaVATS

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PMCPMC12478680

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