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Instance: Pleurodesis

Types
Own Slots
  Slot Name Value
CanImprove  
CautionWithMedicationsUsed  
Comment Surgical variant of pleurodesis
ConsiderWhen  
Contraindication  
CouldBeRelatedTo  
Cui C0189557
Definition The production of adhesions between the parietal and visceral pleura. The procedure is used in the treatment of bronchopleural fistulas, malignant pleural effusions, and pneumothorax and often involves instillation of chemicals or other agents into the pleural space causing, in effect, a pleuritis that seals the air leak. (From Fishman, Pulmonary Diseases, 2d ed, p2233 & Dorland, 27th ed) (MeSH)
Improves  
IndicatedDiagnosisClassificationGroupOrTestResult  
MightImprove  
NotRecommendedForHFTreatment false
NotRecommendedWhen  
RelevantSignOrSymptom  
UMLSSynonyms  
UsedTogetherWithMedication  

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