Clinical Challenges in Thoracic Surgery: Malignant Pleural Mesothelioma
Overview
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
Venue
Durham, NC
27705
United States
Faculty
- Kelly Daus
- Jed Gorden
- Peter White
- Brian Louie
Accreditation
- 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)™