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KMID : 0356920100580020202
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Korean Journal of Anesthesiology
2010 Volume.58 No. 2 p.202 ~ p.206
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Unilateral massive hydrothorax in a gynecologic patient with pseudo-Meigs’ syndrome -A case report-
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Hahm Tae-Soo
Ham Ji-Sun
Kang Ji-Yeong
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Abstract
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Pseudo-Meigs’ syndrome is characterized by the presence of a benign ovarian tumor associated with ascites and a right-sided hydrothorax. The major problem associated with pseudo-Meigs’ syndrome is the respiratory distress caused by a giant mass in the peritoneal space, massive ascites and pleural effusion. Even if there are no respiratory problems prior to surgery, potential respiratory dysfunction can occur during the peri-anesthetic period, leading to hypoxia, hypercapnea and respiratory acidosis. We report a case of hypoxia during recovery from anesthesia in a gynecological patient with pseudo-Meigs’ syndrome.
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KEYWORD
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Hydrothorax, Hypoxia, Pseudo-Meigs’ syndrome
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