IMPLANTABLE ACCESS SYSTEM FOR PROLONGED INTRAPLEURAL IMMUNOTHERAPY

被引:13
作者
DRIESEN, P
BOUTIN, C
VIALLAT, JR
ASTOUL, PH
VIALETTE, JP
PASQUIER, J
机构
[1] HOP CONCEPTION,DEPT PULMONOL,F-13385 MARSEILLE 5,FRANCE
[2] INST J PAOLI I CALMETTES,F-13009 MARSEILLE,FRANCE
关键词
CYTOKINES; INTRAPLEURAL IMMUNOTHERAPY; MESOTHELIOMA; PORT-A-CATH; THORACOSCOPY;
D O I
10.1183/09031936.94.07101889
中图分类号
R56 [呼吸系及胸部疾病];
学科分类号
摘要
We describe our experience using an implantable Port-A-Cath access system for intrapleural administration of gamma-interferon (gamma-IFN) in malignant mesothelioma patients. Twenty nine patients, with histologically proven malignant mesotheliomas were included in this study. To avoid complications the device was implanted in a subcutaneous pocket, and the catheter was connected via a tunnel. Also, a suction drain was installed in the pocket after placement. This procedure greatly reduced the high infection rate (64%) encountered with conventional open chest tubes. Patients' tolerance was excellent and maintenance minimal. In our opinion, the Port-A-Cath system is the most suitable device for intracavitary long-term therapy of malignant pleural effusions.
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页码:1889 / 1892
页数:4
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