The aim is to assess the efficacy, safety, and feasibility of high-dose povidone-iodine for pleurodesis in patients with cytology-negative exudative pleural effusions.
Single-center observational study
High-dose povidone-iodine administered via pleuroscopy
Evaluation of patient outcomes and safety measures
Effective pleurodesis achieved in a significant number of patients
Minimal adverse effects reported
Procedure found to be feasible and safe in the studied population
Abstract
Background: To determine the efficacy, feasibility, and safety of high-dose povidone-iodine for pleurodesis administered via pleuroscopy in patients with malignant pleural effusion (MPE).