Abstract
Refractory ascites can significantly reduce quality of life in patients with advanced stage ovarian cancer. Paracentesis is a commonly used procedure for the management of refractory ascites. However, there are potential risks associated with paracentesis such as pain, infection, and injury to intra-abdominal organs. In an effort to decrease the number of serial paracentesis, placement of intraperitoneal catheters has been described for the management of intractable ascites. Here we describe a case of metastasis involving a palliative peritoneal catheter in a patient with recurrent ovarian cancer.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 241-242 |
Number of pages | 2 |
Journal | American Journal of Hospice and Palliative Medicine |
Volume | 29 |
Issue number | 3 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - May 2012 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- ascites
- intraperitoneal catheter
- metastasis
- ovarian cancer
- palliative
- paracentesis
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Medicine