Managing malignant pleural effusion

Cleve Clin J Med. 2019 Feb;86(2):95-99. doi: 10.3949/ccjm.86a.17095.

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.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Adult
  • Catheters, Indwelling*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Patient Selection*
  • Pleural Effusion, Malignant / etiology
  • Pleural Effusion, Malignant / therapy*
  • Pleurodesis / methods*
  • Thoracentesis / methods*