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Malignant Pleural Effusions: Updates in Diagnosis and Management
Stephen M Hughes1, Jacob Jonas Carmichael1
1Department of Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine, Naval Medical Center San Diego, San Diego, CA 92134, USA.
Life (Basel, Switzerland)
|January 21, 2023
Summary
Malignant pleural effusions cause over 125,000 hospitalizations and $5 billion in costs annually. Recent management advances empower patients with at-home self-care, reducing interventions and improving quality of life.
Area of Science:
- Pulmonology
- Oncology
- Palliative Care
Background:
- Malignant pleural effusions represent a significant clinical challenge, leading to substantial healthcare utilization and costs.
- These effusions cause considerable patient discomfort and distress, particularly during end-of-life care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review recent advancements in the management of malignant pleural effusions.
- To highlight the shift towards patient-centered care and reduced healthcare interventions.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of recent clinical practice changes and management strategies.
- Analysis of trends in patient autonomy and home-based care models.
Main Results:
- Management strategies have evolved, enabling greater patient autonomy through self-care at home.
- Practice changes favor fewer interventions, allowing patients more time outside clinical settings.
Conclusions:
- Advances in malignant pleural effusion management enhance patient independence and reduce the need for frequent clinical visits.
- The focus is shifting towards cost-effective, patient-empowering care models for malignant pleural effusions.
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