Johnstone D W, Feins R H
Division of Thoracic Surgery, University of Rochester Medical Center, New York.
Chest Surg Clin N Am. 1994 Aug;4(3):617-28.
The management of chylothorax requires a thorough understanding of the anatomy and pathophysiology of the major thoracic lymphatics, prompt diagnosis, and (with rare exception) conservative management, including evacuation of the pleural space, nutritional support, and measures to reduce chyle production. A minority of chylothoraces will fail to resolve with these measures. Surgical intervention is then required to prevent chronic metabolic deterioration and death.
乳糜胸的治疗需要全面了解胸段主要淋巴管的解剖结构和病理生理机制，迅速做出诊断，并且（极少数情况除外）采取保守治疗，包括胸腔引流、营养支持以及减少乳糜生成的措施。少数乳糜胸采用这些措施无法治愈，此时就需要进行手术干预，以防止慢性代谢恶化和死亡。
