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JOURNAL OF THORACIC DISEASE
Volume 9, Issue -, Pages S1111-S1122Publisher
AME PUBL CO
DOI: 10.21037/jtd.2017.07.79
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Malignant pleural effusion (MPE); medical thoracoscopy; pleurodesis; thoracentesis; tunneled pleural catheter (TPC)
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Malignant pleural effusion (MPE) is a known complication of both thoracic and extra thoracic malignancies. The presence of MPE regardless of the primary site translates into advanced stage disease. Diagnosis and management of MPE with the goals of palliation and improving quality of life poses a challenge for chest physicians. Recently, multiple studies have made attempts to answer questions regarding optimal management in various clinical scenarios. We will review the current evidence and available options for the management of MPE.
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