Management of malignant pleural effusion: challenges and solutions

Malignant pleural effusion (MPE) is a sign of advanced cancer and is associated with significant symptom burden and mortality. To date, management has been palliative in nature with a focus on draining the pleural space, with therapies aimed at preventing recurrence or providing intermittent drainag...

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Main Authors: Penz, E, Watt, K, Hergott, C, Rahman, N, Psallidas, I
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: Dove Medical Press 2017