Recombinant human DNase in management of lobar atelectasis due to retained secretions

B A Touleimat, C S Conoscenti, J M Fine, B A Touleimat, C S Conoscenti, J M Fine

Abstract

Recombinant human deoxyribonuclease (rhDNase) is an agent which reduces the viscoelasticity of purulent sputum. Two cases are reported in which rhDNase was utilised for the management of lobar atelectasis due to retained purulent secretions.

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