Background: Ascites and pleural effusion are well recognized complications of pancreatic diseases. Drug therapy of these is limited by high cost, prolonged hospitalization and failure rates ...

Ascites is the buildup of fluid in the abdominal cavity, which often develops as a complication of liver disease. However, ...

Dehydration. Folate deficiency. Ascites, pleural effusions: evacuate fluid, monitor for toxicity and reduce dose or discontinue if needed. Elderly (use low doses and monitor closely). Debilitated.

Identify C-profile and air bronchograms (static vs. dynamic). Identify pleural effusion and estimate for safety of bedside thoracentesis. Locate abdominal ascites in right upper quadrant, left upper ...

"The ACES™ System represents a significant leap forward in pleural effusion management," said Dr. Mark Block, Chief, Division of Thoracic Surgery Program, at Memorial Healthcare System.

The pleural effusion and ascites had cleared completely in these patients. Two of the infected collections needed percutaneous catheter drainage. There was no mortality. The 26 responders were ...

Dehydration. Folate deficiency. Ascites, pleural effusions: evacuate fluid, monitor for toxicity and reduce dose or discontinue if needed. Elderly (use low doses and monitor closely). Debilitated.