Randomized parallel arm study to compare intrapleural instillation of streptokinase versus saline wash in loculated empyema thoracis .

S. Verma (Lucknow, India), R. Garg (lucknow, India)

Source: Virtual Congress 2021 – Innovation in thoracic surgery
Session: Innovation in thoracic surgery
Session type: Oral Presentation
Number: 2641

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