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Indications and findings in thoracotomy.
| Variables | N (%) |
|---|---|
| Indications for thoracotomy | |
| Hemothorax | 15 (6.4%) |
| Chylothorax | 2 (1.0%) |
| Bronchial injury | 2 (1.0%) |
| Findings in thoracotomy | |
| Laceration of the lungs | 11 (4.7%) |
| Tracheal injury | 2 (1.0%) |
| Diaphragmatic injury | 2 (1.0%) |
| Others(Massive surgical emphysema, Empyema, Thoracic duct injury, Cardiac injury) | 4 (1.7%) |
