Abstract
Horner's Syndrome (HS), caused by the interruption of the oculosympathetic pathway,
is a rare yet morbid complication of tube thoracostomy. However, literature regarding
HS secondary to tube thoracostomy is limited to case reports, with little comprehensive
information available. We report two cases and review all cases from the published
literature to assess the outcome of this complication. HS secondary to tube thoracostomy
leaves sequelae in 45.8% of patients. Immediate removal or repositioning of the tube
does not affect prognosis. Therefore, precautions must be taken to avoid this complication.
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Publication history
Accepted:
March 12,
2013
Received in revised form:
February 24,
2013
Received:
August 14,
2012
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