The conventional management of treatment-resistant, recurrent malignant ascites involves repeated large-volume paracentesis (needle drainage of fluid) procedures that are carried out in hospital. Most ...
With the new clearance, patients may now use the PleurX system to treat non-malignant, recurrent pleural effusion. () The FDA has cleared Becton Dickinson’s catheter system for the treatment of ...
The PeritX Peritoneal Catheter System allows patients with either malignant or nonmalignant ascites to drain the built-up fluids from their abdomen in the comfort of their own home, rather than making ...