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Malignant effusions

  • Thomas Jefferson University

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Abstract

Malignant pleural effusions are a common clinical problem. The estimated annual incidence of malignant pleural effusions in the United States is greater than 150,000 cases per year, with lung cancer accounting for nearly half. Breast cancer, lymphoma, and ovarian cancer round out the top four leading causes of malignant pleural effusions.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationOncology
Subtitle of host publicationAn Evidence-Based Approach
PublisherSpringer New York
Pages1527-1534
Number of pages8
ISBN (Print)0387242910, 9780387242910
DOIs
StatePublished - 2006
Externally publishedYes

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This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

  1. SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being
    SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being

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