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Which is the best way to treat pleural effusion?

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Treat the cause: Treat the cause, as in congestive heart failure, effusions due to cancers could only be managed, if cancers are cured will disappears.

Answered 6/30/2012

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Dr. Peter Hahn answered

Specializes in Pulmonary Critical Care

Depends on cause: It really depends on the cause of the effusion. In general, treating the underlying cause such as congestive heart failure or pneumonia is most important.

Answered 4/4/2017

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