Novel pleural-bladder pump in malignant pleural effusions: from animal model to man.
basic_science · Level V
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- Record sourced from PubMed, PMID 32165417.
- Also identified by DOI 10.1136/thoraxjnl-2019-214003 and PMC identifier 7231434.
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Abstract
Malignant pleural effusion is common and causes disabling symptoms such as breathlessness. Treatments are palliative and centred around improving symptoms and quality of life but an optimal management strategy is yet to be universally agreed. A novel pump system, allowing fluid to be moved from the pleural space to the urinary bladder, may have a role for the management of recurrent malignant pleural effusion. We hereby describe the first animal study using this device and the results of the first application in patients.
Medical subject headings
- Catheters, Indwelling
- Implants, Experimental
- Pleural Effusion, Malignant
- Urinary Bladder