The use of double valve Denver peritoneal venous shunt for malignant ascites

Ann Acad Med Singap. 1988 Jan;17(1):129-31.

Abstract

We report our experience of using the double valve Denver peritoneal venous shunt to palliate malignant ascites. 6 out of 7 patients achieved excellent results with no complications. Using this shunt with our selection criteria will give relief to patients in the terminal stage of their malignant disease.

MeSH terms

  • Abdominal Neoplasms / complications
  • Abdominal Neoplasms / surgery*
  • Ascites / etiology
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Palliative Care / methods*
  • Peritoneovenous Shunt*