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Seeking Advice Pigtail drain of Abdomen
Hi, my mother is suffering with ascites as a result of CA Ovary, she is no more on Chemo after surgery due to extreme side effects and the current prognosis is poor. As Palliative care, doctor has advised for Pigtail drain in her abdomen but I don't have any reference apart from internet to consult if such a step would be advisable considering her poor health, weakness, age. Currently we are doing weekly paracentesis in nearby hospital. Doctor has informed us of chances of infection and blockage which we fear Of course but I would like to get some inputs on the benefits as this weekly poking of needle is taking a toll on her. We would want her to be as comfortable as possible. Kindly suggest.
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A pig tail catheter is a good solution for patients requiring frequent tapping.
The procedure is often done in a day care setting by an interventional radiologist and patient is taught how to drain the fluid at home along with catheter care.
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It would be a good idea to put a pigtail as it would avoid frequent visits to hospital and it can be drained at home by a nurse.
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