Subscribe to Updates

    Get the latest creative news from FooBar about art, design and business.

    What's Hot

    Tips and dietary advice to prevent kidney stones

    12th July 2024

    The link between gut health and overall wellness: Probiotics explained

    29th December 2023

    Understanding Autoimmune disorders: Types, causes, and treatments

    28th December 2023

    Comprehensive FAQs for patients considering hip replacement surgery

    26th December 2023
    Facebook Twitter Instagram
    MyMediTravel Knowledge
    Facebook Twitter YouTube LinkedIn
    Book Your Procedure Now
    • Home
    • Medical Centers
    • Procedures
      • Plastic Surgery
      • Dental
      • Medical
      • Eye Care
    • Guides
      • Destination Guides
        • Thailand
        • Turkey
      • User Guide
      • Photo Guide
      • Fun Facts
      • FAQ
    • Featured
    MyMediTravel Knowledge
    Home»Procedures»Pleurodesis Procedure Description
    Procedures

    Pleurodesis Procedure Description

    MyMediTravelBy MyMediTravel11th January 20183 Mins Read
    Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr Email
    Share
    Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Email

    What you need to know about Pleurodesis Procedure

    Contents

    • 1 What you need to know about Pleurodesis Procedure
    • 2 What does the Procedure Involve?
    • 3 How Long Should You Stay in the Country?
    • 4 What’s the Recovery Time Like?
    • 5 What Aftercare Should You Consider?
    • 6 What is the Success Rate for Pleurodesis Procedure?
    • 7 Are there Alternatives to Pleurodesis Procedure?
    • 8 What Should You Expect Before and After the Procedure?

    Pleurodesis is a procedure to adhere the lung to the chest wall. The procedure closes up the space between the outer lining of the lung and the chest wall to prevent air and fluid from building up around the lungs. It is performed on people who are experiencing pleural effusion (a buildup of fluid around the lungs) or have had a pneumothorax (a recurring collapsed lung).

    What does the Procedure Involve?

    During pleurodesis, your doctor will give you anesthetic to numb the affected area and sedation to help you relax. There are two different ways to do the procedure, surgical and chemical. With surgical pleurodesis, your doctor makes an incision in your chest wall and inserts a plastic tube into the chest cavity. Then, an irritating chemical is sprayed around your lungs. The lining of the lung (pleura) will adhere tightly to the chest wall and prevent fluid from collecting around your lung. The incision will be closed with stitches. With chemical pleurodesis, your doctor injects medication into your chest.

    For an in-depth analysis of a Pleurodesis Procedure, watch this short video.

    How Long Should You Stay in the Country?

    The length of your hospital stay may vary from two days to ten days, depending on what condition caused you to undergo pleurodesis. Plan to stay in the local area for at least 14 days for the initial recovery and for follow-up check-ups.

    What’s the Recovery Time Like?

    The recovery period depends on your condition and which method you underwent. In general, you should be able to get back to work within 4 weeks following the procedure.

    What Aftercare Should You Consider?

    Your doctor will give you follow-up instructions regarding dietary restrictions, exercises, and wound care. You should avoid baths, hot tubs, and pools until your incision has completely healed. You should also avoid holding or straining your breath.

    What is the Success Rate for Pleurodesis Procedure?

    The success rate of pleurodesis in people with pleural effusion not caused by cancer is around 75% to 80%. The side effects and risks you need to be aware of include fever, shortness of breath, pain, a collection of pus in the pleural space, and infection.

    Are there Alternatives to Pleurodesis Procedure?

    The alternative to pleurodesis is pleural catheter placement, which allows you to have a smaller tube than a chest tube. Discuss with your doctor the pros and cons of a catheter as well as pleurodesis for your condition.

    What Should You Expect Before and After the Procedure?

    If you have pneumothorax or pleural effusion, your lung function will be greatly improved after pleurodesis.

    To check prices or to book a Pleurodesis Procedure in Thailand or anywhere else in the world, head on over to MyMediTravel now!

    Previous ArticleColon/Bowel Cancer Treatment Procedure Description
    Next Article Colposcopy Procedure Description
    MyMediTravel
    • Website
    • Facebook
    • Twitter
    • Instagram
    • LinkedIn

    Compare Clinics, Hospitals & Doctors Worldwide with MyMediTravel. As one of the leading medical information and referral companies, customers can leverage our platform to refine their search and find their perfect match, saving time and energy along the way.

    Related Posts

    The link between gut health and overall wellness: Probiotics explained

    29th December 2023

    Understanding Autoimmune disorders: Types, causes, and treatments

    28th December 2023

    Comprehensive FAQs for patients considering hip replacement surgery

    26th December 2023

    Don't Miss

    Guides

    Tips and dietary advice to prevent kidney stones

    By MyMediTravel12th July 2024

    Kidney stones are a painful and common health issue affecting many people worldwide. Understanding how…

    The link between gut health and overall wellness: Probiotics explained

    29th December 2023

    Understanding Autoimmune disorders: Types, causes, and treatments

    28th December 2023

    Comprehensive FAQs for patients considering hip replacement surgery

    26th December 2023
    STAY IN TOUCH
    • Facebook
    • Twitter
    • YouTube
    • LinkedIn

    Our Picks

    Tips and dietary advice to prevent kidney stones

    12th July 2024

    The link between gut health and overall wellness: Probiotics explained

    29th December 2023

    Understanding Autoimmune disorders: Types, causes, and treatments

    28th December 2023

    Comprehensive FAQs for patients considering hip replacement surgery

    26th December 2023
    About
    About

    MyMediTravel is a global medical referral platform - we help to facilitate our customer's journey from search and discovery to surgery and recovery!

    If you have any questions or would like to contact us, please send to the following email address

    Email Us: enquiry@mymeditravel.com

    • Contact
    • About
    • Team
    • Terms
    • Privacy
    Our Picks

    Tips and dietary advice to prevent kidney stones

    12th July 2024

    The link between gut health and overall wellness: Probiotics explained

    29th December 2023

    Understanding Autoimmune disorders: Types, causes, and treatments

    28th December 2023

    Comprehensive FAQs for patients considering hip replacement surgery

    26th December 2023
    Thailand
    • Dentistry
    • Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery
    • Botox
    • Breast Augmentation
    • CoolSculpting
    • Facelift
    • Facial Feminization Surgery (FFS)
    • Fat Transfer
    • LASIK
    • Liposuction
    • Rhinoplasty
    • Sex Reassignment Surgery (MtF)
    • Tummy Tuck
    • Covid-19 Vaccination
    Turkey
    • Dentistry
    • Hair Restoration
    • Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery
    • Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL)
    • Breast Augmentation
    • Dental Implant
    • Gastric Balloon
    • Gastric Bypass
    • Gastric Sleeve
    • Hair Line Lowering
    • Hair Transplant
    • Hair Transplant Istanbul
    • Rhinoplasty
    • Tummy Tuck
    • Veneers
    Facebook Twitter YouTube LinkedIn
    © 2025 mymeditravel. Designed by articles.mymeditravel.com.

    Type above and press Enter to search. Press Esc to cancel.