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Non-Hodgkin lymphoma manifesting as massive malignant chylothorax: successful management with chemotherapy and ambulatory drainages using indwelling pleural catheter
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posted on 2023-05-22, 02:40 authored by Muhajir MohamedMuhajir Mohamed, Tan, J, Kalpurath, KKRecurrent cancer-related chylothorax is generally managed by talc pleurodesis or indwelling pleural catheter in the palliative care setting to relieve symptoms and improve quality of life. In chylothorax associated with curable/treatable malignancies like lymphoma, there are scarce data regarding the efficacy and safety of indwelling pleural catheters. We report a case of recurrent massive chylothorax associated with non-Hodgkin lymphoma who demonstrated long-term remission of lymphoma and complete regression of chylothorax after treatment with combination chemotherapy and ambulatory drainages using indwelling pleural catheter.
History
Publication title
Internal Medicine JournalVolume
45Issue
9Pagination
980-3ISSN
1444-0903Department/School
Tasmanian School of MedicinePublisher
Blackwell Publishing AsiaPlace of publication
AustraliaRepository Status
- Restricted