Status of pleural lavage cytology in cases of pulmonary metastasis: a single-institution retrospective study

ConclusionPLC-positive results were rarely seen in pulmonary metastasectomies. PLC status was associated with the incidence of ipsilateral pleural recurrence and survival after metastasectomy. Cytologic examination of PLC should be considered in patients undergoing pulmonary metastasectomy.
Source: General Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery - Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research