Improve pleural effusion management while
reducing hospitalization
The Pleural Effusion Shunts from Denver Biomedical are designed to provide physicians and patients an alternative to conventional therapy in managing intractable pleural effusions.
These innovative shunts transfer pleural fluid into the peritoneal cavity when they are manually pumped. The shunts are indicated for use in patients with refractory pleural effusions, either malignant or chylous. Developed as an alternative to chest tube drainage with chemical pleurodesis, this approach can be ideal for patients who cannot achieve pleurodesis due to a restrictive malignant cortex (trapped lung).
Offering the potential for improved quality of life, Denver Pleural Effusion shunts:
- Provide prompt, lasting palliation
- Relieve dyspnea
- Retain nutrients
- Avoid repeated thoracentesis
- Decrease time of hospitalization and associated costs
For pleural effusions, consider Denver Biomedical solutions - designed to optimize clinical efficacy, while improving quality of life.
