Recurrent chylothorax as a consequence of esophageal stent

• DOI: 10.1016/j.rmcr.2023.101827
• Publication Date: 2023-03-10T07:20:05Z
• Authors: Daisy Young; Alice Mei; Elnaz Mahbub; Andrew Grees; Garry Lachhar; Kenneth D'Souza; Muhammad Perwaiz
• Keywords: Chylothorax; Esophageal dilatation; Esophageal stent

Incidence of chylothorax post-esophageal stenting has not been reported. We present a 40-year-old female with metastatic breast cancer who presented dyspnea. She was recently hospitalized for dysphagia secondary to mediastinal mass requiring an esophageal stent. CT chest now reported large bilateral pleural effusions. A benign drained from the right side. After persistent high-output drainage, review her revealed thoracic duct impingement by The stent retracted proximally, and fluid output subsequently decreased. Repeat analysis transudative effusion. This is first case causing reversible chylothorax.