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Scholars Journal of Medical Case Reports | Volume-14 | Issue-03
Case Report: Hole in the Wall - Case of the Management of a Persistent Air Leak Post Lobectomy
Nambiar P, Somasundram T, Sebastian G, Er CY, Karupiah S
Published: March 30, 2026 | 11 9
DOI: https://doi.org/10.36347/sjmcr.2026.v14i03.063
Pages: 577-581
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Abstract
Air leak is a recognized and morbid complication of thoracic surgeries. Treatment of air leaks may range from conservative measures, bronchoscopic interventions and surgical approach. We describe a case of a persistent air leak post lobectomy requiring a temporary pleural window (open window thoracostomy). With a conjoint multidisciplinary effort of surgery, endobronchial interventions and plastic and reconstructive unit, he was able to achieve resolution of the air leak and permanent closure of the pleural window.