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World J Clin Cases. May 6, 2025; 13(13): 102108
Published online May 6, 2025. doi: 10.12998/wjcc.v13.i13.102108
Bronchopleural fistula following application of Hem-o-lock clip at bronchial stump after lobectomy: A case report
Qian-Yu Li, Xiao-Long Wang, Feng Zhang, Hai-Tao Wei
Qian-Yu Li, Huaihe Hospital of Henan University, Kaifeng 475000, Henan Province, China
Xiao-Long Wang, Feng Zhang, Hai-Tao Wei, Department of Thoracic Surgery, Huaihe Hospital of Henan University, Kaifeng 475000, Henan Province, China
Author contributions: Li QY was responsible for the revision of the manuscript and contributed to manuscript drafting; Wang XL contributed to the conception and revision of the manuscript; Zhang F and Wei HT selected the figures; all authors have read and approved the final manuscript.
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Corresponding author: Xiao-Long Wang, MD, Associate Chief Physician, Department of Thoracic Surgery, Huaihe Hospital of Henan University, No. 1 Baobei Road, Gulou District, Kaifeng 475000, Henan Province, China. wxl_0963@163.com
Received: October 9, 2024
Revised: November 23, 2024
Accepted: December 23, 2024
Published online: May 6, 2025
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Core Tip

Core Tip: This case report describes the development of a bronchopleural fistula following the application of the Hem-o-lock clip to secure a lobar bronchial stump after lobectomy. The complication was managed by chest tube drainage and resolved without significant issues. This case underscores the importance of exercising caution when using the Hem-o-lock clip for non-vascular tissues in thoracic surgery.