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Editorial
. 2023 Oct 31;15(10):5291-5293.
doi: 10.21037/jtd-23-1331. Epub 2023 Sep 22.

The significance of digital drainage devices on standardization of air leak management after pulmonary resection

Nathan J Alcasid  1   2 , Jeffrey B Velotta  1   2   3
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Editorial

The significance of digital drainage devices on standardization of air leak management after pulmonary resection

Nathan J Alcasid et al. J Thorac Dis. .
No abstract available

Keywords: Air leak; chest drain; digital drainage device.

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Conflicts of Interest: Both authors have completed the ICMJE uniform disclosure form (available at https://jtd.amegroups.com/article/view/10.21037/jtd-23-1331/coif). The authors have no conflicts of interest to declare.

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