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Intractable Malignant Ascites: An Alternative Management Option

Anna Mullard, Jill M. Bishop, Mahdi Jibani

Journal of Palliative Medicine · 2011 · 10 citations · 17 references

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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.

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