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Editorial
. 2023 Jul 31;15(7):3501-3504.
doi: 10.21037/jtd-23-765. Epub 2023 Jun 30.

Extending the indications for indwelling pleural catheters: a tube for all seasons

Donald R Lazarus  1
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Editorial

Extending the indications for indwelling pleural catheters: a tube for all seasons

Donald R Lazarus. J Thorac Dis. .
No abstract available

Keywords: Pleural effusion; indwelling pleural catheter (IPC); non-malignant pleural effusion; pleurodesis.

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Conflicts of Interest: The author has completed the ICMJE uniform disclosure form (available at https://jtd.amegroups.com/article/view/10.21037/jtd-23-765/coif). The author has no conflicts of interest to declare.

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