Medically reviewed by Soma Mandal, MD Orthopnea is the sensation of breathlessness when lying down that goes away when ...

Analysis of the fluid via pericardiocentesis is different than analyzing fluid from a pleural ... at the left lung base due to compressive atelectasis from a large pericardial effusion.

Pleural effusion is the accumulation of fluid in the space between the two coverings (pleura) of the lung. The ability of the lung to expand is affected.

Considering taking supplements to treat malignant pleural effusions? Below is a list of common natural remedies used to treat or reduce the symptoms of malignant pleural effusions. Follow the ...

A national randomised controlled trial comparing the effects of delivering talc slurry through an indwelling pleural catheter ... this occurs most commonly with lung and breast cancers. This usually ...

Background: Ascites and pleural effusion are well recognized complications of pancreatic diseases. Drug therapy of these is limited by high cost, prolonged hospitalization and failure rates ...