Pediatric pleural empyema: one of the management challenges in children of Democratic Republic of Congo

• Main Authors: Kibwe Alphonse Simbi (Author), Valentin Kazadi (Author), Louis-Marie Aissi (Author), François Mbahewaka Katsuva (Author), Numbi Oscar Luboya (Author), Léon Tshilolo (Author), Vincenzo Zanardo (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: PAGEPress Publications, 2017-06-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Empyema is a serious complication characterized by purulent exudate and bacteria in the pleural space, which may progress to necrosis, cavitations or fistulas in the thoracic cavity. It remains a major challenge throughout low-income countries. Objectives were to emphasize the role of basic medical...