Closure of bronchopleural fistulas by an omental pedicle flap.

摘要: Abstract Bronchopleural cutaneous fistulas are a serious problem that difficult to treat with any assurance of success. Thoracoplasty, muscle pedicle grafts, and attempts at reclosure have been used limited We the omental flap technique in management five patients bronchopleural fistulas. In our four cases literature, success rate has 100 percent. The is simple way close It avoids extensive chest wall dissection destruction who often marked respiratory embarrassment other underlying disease. results excellent.