Talc serodesis--report of four cases.
Talc is a known stimulator of fibrosis in biological systems. We present four cases in which instillation of talc in to serous cavities have produced obliteration of these cavities. No side-effects were noted.
Holthouse
D J
DJ
University Department of Surgery, Hollywood Private Hospital, Nedlands, Western Australia. bassman1@iinet.com.au
Chleboun
J O
JO
D000287:Administration, Topical; D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D005260:Female; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D059685:Herniorrhaphy; D006801:Humans; D008210:Lymphocele / Q000628:therapy*; D008297:Male; D016491:Peripheral Vascular Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000601:surgery*; D013627:Talc / Q000008:administration & dosage*; D016896:Treatment Outcome; D014945:Wound Healing
D013627:Talc