Distribution of intraperitoneal chemotherapy into the pleural cavity

Luis Vaccarello; Vincenzo Berghella; Stephen C. Rubin; William J. Hoskins

Distribution of intraperitoneal chemotherapy into the pleural cavity

Luis Vaccarello
, Vincenzo Berghella
, Stephen C. Rubin
, William J. Hoskins

Surgery

Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center
New York-Downtown Hospital

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Abstract

Background: Intraperitoneal chemotherapy is an established treatment for abdominal and pelvic malignancies. Several catheter-related complications have been reported. We report a case of abnormal distribution of intraperitoneal chemotherapy into the pleural cavity. Case: A patient receiving intraperitoneal cisplatin developed shortness of breath. A pleural effusion was diagnosed and was evacuated by thoracentesis. Abnormal distribution of instilled fluid was responsible for her distress. Conclusion: Communications exist between the peritoneal and pleural cavities. The use of intraperitoneal chemotherapy or radioactive material may lead to respiratory complications if abnormal distribution occurs.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	714-717
Number of pages	4
Journal	Obstetrics and Gynecology
Volume	84
Issue number	4 Pt 2
State	Published - Oct 1994

Keywords

Antineoplastic Agents/administration & dosage
Female
Humans
Infusions, Parenteral/adverse effects
Middle Aged
Ovarian Neoplasms/drug therapy
Pleura

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Distribution of intraperitoneal chemotherapy into the pleural cavity

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