Silastic prosthesis plombage for right postpneumonectomy syndrome

Ann Thorac Surg. 1990 Sep;50(3):465-6. doi: 10.1016/0003-4975(90)90498-u.

Abstract

In rare instances, right pneumonectomy can produce progressive exertional dyspnea and reduce ventilatory reserve because of extreme mediastinal shift (right postpneumonectomy syndrome). The diagnosis can be made by bronchoscopy and computed tomography. We report a case of a 43-year-old patient in whom plombage with two Silastic breast implants produced mediastinal derotation and symptomatic relief of this syndrome.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adenocarcinoma / surgery
  • Adult
  • Bronchi
  • Dyspnea / etiology
  • Dyspnea / surgery*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Lung Neoplasms / surgery
  • Pneumonectomy / adverse effects*
  • Pressure
  • Prostheses and Implants*
  • Silicone Elastomers*

Substances

  • Silicone Elastomers