title: Current management of traumatic chylothorax.
abstract: The development of a traumatic chylothorax is an uncommon but serious clinical entity. Two cases of traumatic chylothorax are reported. The anatomy and physiology of the thoracic duct and the etiology, diagnosis and management of traumatic chylothorax are discussed.
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D002916:Chylothorax / Q000209:etiology* / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000628:therapy; D004322:Drainage; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D012421:Rupture; D013897:Thoracic Duct / Q000293:injuries* / Q000503:physiopathology; D013898:Thoracic Injuries / Q000150:complications*