Re-Expansion Pulmonary Oedema: Conservative Management & Favourable Outcome
Journal Title: Scholars Journal of Medical Case Reports - Year 2015, Vol 3, Issue 1
Abstract
We present a case of re-expansion pulmonary oedema manifest during drainage of a large malignant pleural effusion managed by prompt supportive measures without need for invasive ventilation aids or pharmacological therapy. Conservative therapy was followed by favourable clinical outcome.
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Andrew Grech
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