The role of LENT and PROMISE scores in predicting survival in malignant pleural effusion
Background: Malignant pleural effusion (MPE) is a condition, that can be seen in 15% of patients diagnosed with cancer. Because of the short overall survival, it is important to identify the appropriate treatment. In addition to the palliation of secondary symptoms due to MPE, it should also be deci...
Main Authors: | Sinem Ermin, Yasemin Özdogan, Özgür Batum, Ufuk Yilmaz |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications
2022-01-01
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Series: | Lung India |
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Online Access: | http://www.lungindia.com/article.asp?issn=0970-2113;year=2022;volume=39;issue=4;spage=325;epage=330;aulast=Ermin |
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