How to treat pleural effusion caused by pancreatitis

Pleural effusion caused by pancreatitis can be treated by general treatment, drug therapy, surgery and other ways.

1. General treatment

patients need to pay attention to strengthen respiratory function exercise in their daily life, regular rest, light diet, if it is acute attack period, fasting and water prohibition.

2. Drug treatment

patients need to use amoxicillin, cefixime, azithromycin and other drugs to control infection under the guidance of doctors, so as to promote the absorption of pleural effusion.

3. Surgical treatment

If the patient has a large amount of pleural effusion or pancreatic necrosis, pancreatic abscess, etc., it is necessary to seek medical treatment in time for surgery. Common surgical methods include percutaneous puncture drainage, open surgery, etc.