European journal of cancer care
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Eur J Cancer Care (Engl) · May 2005
Case ReportsSimultaneous bilateral trochanteric fractures during squatting in a patient with multiple myeloma.
Pathologic bone fractures are usually confined to the trunk in multiple myeloma (MM). But bilateral trochanteric fractures have not been reported in patients with MM before. Radiographic, histological and immunoelectrophoresis revealed typical features of MM. This report points out the importance of physical rehabilitation of patients in addition to chemotherapy in adaptation to the activities of daily living.
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Eur J Cancer Care (Engl) · May 2005
Case ReportsUse of a Port-a-Cath system in the home setting for the treatment of symptomatic recurrent malignant pleural effusion.
Symptomatic malignant pleural effusions represent a common problem in metastatic cancers and are associated with a significant morbidity. Pleurodesis still remains the primary therapy of choice. ⋯ We describe two cases where an implantable PORT-A-CATH system is used for regular drainage of the pleural effusion. The main advantage of this technique is the fact that the procedure of drainage can be performed by a nurse in the home setting.