Journal of vascular and interventional radiology : JVIR
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J Vasc Interv Radiol · Apr 2002
Placement of a permanent tunneled peritoneal drainage catheter for palliation of malignant ascites: a simplified percutaneous approach.
To report a simple, minimally invasive method of palliative drainage of symptomatic malignant ascites, which allows patients to avoid repeated trips to the hospital for paracentesis. ⋯ Percutaneous placement of a permanent tunneled catheter using a modified Seldinger technique employing curved and straight coaxial needles is a safe, simple, and effective method for palliative drainage of malignant ascites that allows patients to return home quickly.