Which is not an indication of thoracotomy
Indications of thoracotomy 1)Haemothorax more than 1500ml found when ICT is placed or hourly collection in ICT is 200-300ml 2) ICT placed shows persistent drainage of blood. 3) Diaphragmatic injury 4)Liver and spleen injuries 5) Bronchus and major vessel injuries. 6) Haemopericardium 7) Oesophageal and thoracic duct injuries. Reference: SRB's Manual of Surgery,6th Edition, page no = 1098.
Massive pneumothorax
Pulmonary contusion
Bleeding more than 200 ml/hr.in thoracotomy tube
Oesophageal rupture
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