What Is the Most Common Cause of a Chylothorax

question 23

Multiple Choice

What is the most common cause of a chylothorax?

• A)chest trauma
• B)malignancy
• C)pulmonary embolism
• D)surgery

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Definitions:

Septic Shock

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Intensive Care Unit

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Evidence-based

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