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Pleuroperitoneal shunt for intractable pleural effusion.

J S Dorsey, J A Cogordan

    Canadian Journal of Surgery. Journal Canadien De Chirurgie
    |November 1, 1984
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    Malignant pleural effusions can be difficult to treat. A pleuroperitoneal shunt effectively managed recurrent effusions in a patient with advanced lung cancer, offering an alternative to painful procedures.

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    Area of Science:

    • Pulmonology
    • Oncology
    • Surgical Innovation

    Background:

    • Malignant pleural effusion (MPE) poses a significant challenge in palliative care.
    • Traditional treatments like thoracentesis and sclerotherapy are invasive and may yield suboptimal results.
    • Recurrent MPE necessitates exploring alternative, effective management strategies.

    Observation:

    • A 73-year-old male patient presented with recurrent right and left MPE due to inoperable squamous cell carcinoma.
    • Left-sided MPE management was complicated by a functioning pericardial window, precluding sclerotherapy.
    • The patient had a history of right-sided MPE managed previously.

    Findings:

    • A pleuroperitoneal (LeVeen) shunt was successfully inserted to manage the left-sided MPE.
    • This intervention provided an effective alternative to repeated thoracentesis or sclerotherapy.
    • The shunt facilitated continuous drainage of pleural fluid into the peritoneal cavity.

    Implications:

    • Pleuroperitoneal shunts represent a viable and less invasive option for intractable MPE.
    • This case highlights the potential of shunts in complex MPE scenarios, including those with prior interventions.
    • Further research into shunt efficacy and patient selection for MPE management is warranted.

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