Clinical Challenges in Thoracic Surgery: Malignant Pleural Mesothelioma

In this two-part episode our team debates management of complex pleural effusions and empyema. Our surgical team is joined by Dr. Jed Gorden, an interventional pulmonologist, as we explore the nuances of deciding on fibrinolytic therapy (part 1) versus surgical management (part 2)

Target Audience

  • Nurses
  • Nurse Practitioners 
  • Physicians
  • Physician Assistants

Learning Objectives

  • Discussing the pros and cons of small bore versus large bore chest tubes for complex pleural effusions
  • Reviewing the evidence for fibrinolytic therapy for management of complex pleural effusions
  • Describing the surgical management of a complex pleural effusion including VATS, open thoracotomy, empyema tube, Eloesser flap, and Clagett window
  • Creating a framework for shared-decision making with patients regarding management of a complex pleural effusion
Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 0.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™
  • 0.75 ANCC
  • 0.75 Attendance
  • 0.75 JA Credit - AH
    • 0.75 Approved for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™
Registration Opens: 
03/15/2024
Registration Expires: 
06/14/2026
Part of: 
BEHIND THE KNIFE (ENDURING)
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Durham, NC 27705
United States
  • Kelly Daus 
  • Jed Gorden
  • Peter White 
  • Brian Louie
  • AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)
  • ANCC
  • Attendance
  • JA Credit - AH

Available Credit

  • 0.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™
  • 0.75 ANCC
  • 0.75 Attendance
  • 0.75 JA Credit - AH
    • 0.75 Approved for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™
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