Use of medical thoracoscopy in managing pleural malignancy
Avinash Aujayeb, Philippe Astoul
Abstract
Local anaesthetic "medical" thoracoscopy is an important tool for the diagnosis and management of a unilateral pleural effusion. It is performed under conscious sedation and has a high diagnostic yield. Clinical experience has demonstrated that thoracoscopy is a safe procedure. This article is an expert review of various aspects of the procedures from two experienced practitioners and we suggest areas for potential future research.
Topics & Concepts
ThoracoscopyMalignancyMedicineSedationMalignant pleural effusionPleural effusionGeneral surgerySurgeryPathologyPleural and Pulmonary DiseasesAirway Management and Intubation TechniquesTrauma Management and Diagnosis