Pleurodesis for malignant pleural effusions: current controversies and variations in practices.
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...
Main Authors: | West, S, Davies, R, Lee, Y |
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Format: | Journal article |
Language: | English |
Published: |
2004
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