Pleurodesis is undertaken as a treatment for malignant pleural effusion and for unresolved spontaneous pneumothorax.The end point goal of a pleurodesis is to:

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Pleurodesis is undertaken as a treatment for malignant pleural effusion and for unresolved T-type spontaneous pneumothorax.A variety of chemical agents are used to cause adherence of the pleural layers.Adherence of the pleural layers is thought to prevent the accumulation of pleural fluid in the case of pleural effusion and to prevent subsequent pneumothorax.

Pleurodesis Is Undertaken as a Treatment for Malignant Pleural Effusion