Authors: | Vaccarello, L.; Berghella, V.; Rubin, S. C.; Hoskins, W. J. |
Article Title: | Distribution of intraperitoneal chemotherapy into the pleural cavity |
Abstract: | Background: Intraperitoneal chemotherapy is an established treatment for abdominal and pelvic malignancies. Several catheter-related complications have been reported. We report a case of abnormal distribution of intraperitoneal chemotherapy into the pleural cavity. Case: A patient receiving intraperitoneal cisplatin developed shortness of breath. A pleural effusion was diagnosed and was evacuated by thoracentesis. Abnormal distribution of instilled fluid was responsible for her distress. Conclusion: Communications exist between the peritoneal and pleural cavities. The use of intraperitoneal chemotherapy or radioactive material may lead to respiratory complications if abnormal distribution occurs. © 1994 The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. |
Keywords: | adult; middle aged; review; case report; cisplatin; antineoplastic agents; antineoplastic agent; ovarian neoplasms; carboplatin; ovary cancer; cyclophosphamide; drug distribution; ovary tumor; pleura effusion; drug administration; pleura; infusion; infusions, parenteral; intravenous drug administration; intraperitoneal drug administration; humans; human; female; priority journal; article |
Journal Title: | Obstetrics and Gynecology |
Volume: | 84 |
Issue: | 4 Pt. 2 |
ISSN: | 0029-7844 |
Publisher: | Lippincott Williams & Wilkins |
Date Published: | 1994-10-01 |
Start Page: | 714 |
End Page: | 717 |
Language: | English |
PROVIDER: | scopus |
PUBMED: | 9205461 |
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Notes: | Export Date: 14 January 2019 -- Article -- Source: Scopus |