Intractable malignant ascites: an alternative management option.

Abstract

BACKGROUND:

Recurrent malignant ascites is a common management problem in oncology and palliative care.

DISCUSSION:

Here, we describe a case of malignant ascites managed by insertion of a Tenckhoff Catheter (TC), which resulted in successful symptomatic control and improvement in quality of life.

• Authors: Anna P Mullard, Jill M Bishop, Mahdi Jibani
• Journal: Journal of palliative medicine (J Palliat Med) Vol. 14 Issue 2 Pg. 251-3 (Feb 2011) ISSN: 1557-7740 [Electronic] United States
• PMID: 21314583 (Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)

Topics

• Aged
• Ascites (etiology, physiopathology, therapy)
• Breast Neoplasms (complications)
• Catheters, Indwelling
• Drainage (instrumentation)
• Female
• Humans
• Palliative Care
• Quality of Life