2023
DOI: 10.1186/s12890-023-02559-5
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Association between intrapleural urokinase monotherapy and treatment failure in patients with pleural infection: a retrospective cohort study

Abstract: Background Pleural infection, an infection of the pleural space, is frequently treated with antibiotics and thoracic tube drainage. In case of insufficient drainage, an intrapleural fibrinolytic agent is considered before surgical intervention. However, the effectiveness of fibrinolytic monotherapy is still controversial. Therefore, we aimed to examine the association between urokinase monotherapy and treatment failure in patients with pleural infection. Methods … Show more

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