Success rate of medical thoracoscopy and talc pleurodesis in malignant pleurisy: A single ‐centre experience

ConclusionThe success rate of pleurodesis in malignant pleurisy could potentially be enhanced by correct patient selection and early referral for pleurodesis. Ultrasonic assessment of pleural adhesions and potential lung expansion prior to pleurodesis is useful in clinical decision‐making.

Source: Respirology - January 10, 2018 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Joke Leemans, Christophe Dooms, Vincent Ninane, Jonas Yserbyt Tags: Original Article Source Type: research