title: Transcutaneous closure of chronic broncho-pleuro-cutaneous fistula by duct occluder device.
abstract: Bronchopleural fistula (BPF) is a well known complication of several pulmonary conditions posing challenging management problem and is often associated with high morbidity and mortality. Though no consensus exists on a definite closure management algorithm, strategies for closure widely include various methods like tube thoracostomy with suction, open surgical closure, bronchoscopy directed glue, coiling and sealants which now also includes use of occlusion devices. We report a case in which a novel method of delivery and closure of recurrent post-operative broncho-pleuro-cutaneous fistula by a duct occluder device was done transcutaneously which has not been previously described in literature.
authors.affiliation: Department of Respiratory Medicine, Army Hospital (Research and Referral), Delhi, India.
authors.forename: Vikas
authors.initials: V
authors.lastname: Marwah
authors.affiliation: Department of Radiology, Army Hospital (Research and Referral), Delhi, India.
authors.forename: R
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Ravikumar
authors.affiliation: Department of Respiratory Medicine, Army Hospital (Research and Referral), Delhi, India.
authors.forename: Ashok Kumar
authors.initials: AK
authors.lastname: Rajput
authors.affiliation: Department of Radiology, Army Hospital (Research and Referral), Delhi, India.
authors.forename: Amandeep
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Singh
keywords: Broncho-pleuro-cutaneous fistula; duct occluder device; transcutaneous closure