Rheumatoid pleural effusion: response to intrapleural corticosteroid
Chapman, P.T.; O'Donnell, J.L.; Moller, P.W.
Journal of Rheumatology 19(3): 478-480
1992
ISSN/ISBN: 0315-162X PMID: 1578466 Document Number: 400830
The management of a patient with a large symptomatic rheumatoid pleural effusion is described. Thoracentesis and bed rest gave only short term modest benefit. A more lasting and beneficial response was obtained with an intrapleural injection of (120 mg) depomethylprednisolone acetate. This treatment is a useful interim measure until disease suppressive therapy gives systemic control.
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