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Chest, Vol 76, 234-235, Copyright © 1979 by American College of Chest Physicians

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Palliation of massive hemoptysis from unresectable carcinoma of the lung

WC Hargrove 3d and AH Harken

Unresectable carcinoma of the lung has traditionally been recognized as a contraindication to surgery in massive hemoptysis. A 60-year-old man had massive hemoptysis. At surgery an unresectable neoplastic mass invading the mediastinum and great vessels was encountered. Subtotal resection was accomplished using a stapler (Autostapler). The margins of the bronchial and vascular staples were of necessity placed directly through the tumor. The patient had an uneventful recovery and has survived six months without further hemoptysis. This method is presented as an effective strategic retreat under circumstances not permitting definitive therapy.




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