Pleurodesis for malignant pleural effusions: current controversies and variations in practices.

Journal article

PURPOSE OF REVIEW: Malignant pleural effusions are common, and pleurodesis remains the best method to control re-accumulation of the pleural fluid. There are few randomized controlled trials studying the optimal management of malignant pleural effusions. A recent international survey of pleurodesis practice has highlighted variations in how pleurodesis is performed worldwide. Future research should target these areas of variation to determine the best practice protocols. RECENT FINDINGS: The...

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Authors: West, S; Davies, R; Lee, Y

• Journal: Current opinion in pulmonary medicine
• Volume: 10
• Issue: 4
• Pages: 305-310
• Publication date: 2004-07-01
• DOI: 10.1097/01.mcp.0000129756.87090.55
• EISSN: 1531-6971
• ISSN: 1070-5287
• Language: English
• Keywords: Treatment Outcome; Humans; Randomized Controlled Trials as Topic; Pleural Effusion, Malignant; Respiratory Insufficiency; Talc; Drainage; Thoracoscopy; Pleurodesis