[Malignant pleural effusion].

J Bras Pneumol

Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de São Paulo, São Paulo, SP, Brazil.

Published: August 2007

The malignant pleural effusion is a frequent complication in patients with of advanced tumors. The presence of malignant cells in the pleural fluid or in the pleural biopsy is indicative of dissemination of the primary disease, with consequent reduction of life expectancy. The early diagnosis and treatment of the malignant effusion is pivotal in promoting a better quality of life to patients with advanced cancer.

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