Introduction Abdominal paracentesis for ascites is not an uncommonly performed procedure ... Overall there was no significant increase in the frequency of Blood staining, Hypotension, Leaking drain ...

This limited experience reduces procedural confidence. We aimed to provide CMTs at the Royal Free Hospital (RFH) with training and supervised opportunities to practice ascitic drain insertion with a ...

Following literature review and discussion of the risks and potential benefits, a tunnelled ascitic drain was sited by an Interventional Radiologist. Over the course of 16 days, 21 litres was drained ...

Limited evidence to support use of human albumin solution in LVP for malignant ascites. There are limited indications for a drain to be clamped. Drain removal after six hours is recommended. Permanent ...

requiring symptomatic relief through repeated ascitic drainage and GnRH analogues. Long-term follow-up is planned with the hope of continuing with medical management at least until the patient's ...