Managing malignant pleural effusion.
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Abstract
Malignant pleural effusion can be managed in different ways, including clinical observation, thoracentesis, placement of an indwelling pleural catheter, and chemical pleurodesis. The optimal strategy depends on a variety of clinical factors. This article uses cases to illustrate the rationale for determining the best approach in different situations.
Medical subject headings
- Catheters, Indwelling
- Patient Selection
- Pleural Effusion, Malignant
- Pleurodesis
- Thoracentesis