10: Living with an Indwelling Pleural Catheter (IPC): for patients and for carers of those with an IPC
People often have questions about living with an Indwelling Pleural Catheter (IPC). This chapter helps to answer some of the most frequently asked questions. If you have any questions, please speak to a doctor or nurse caring for you.
This section covers the first days after having your IPC and returning to normal activities including washing.
This section covers symptoms related to your IPC and problems you might have with it.
This section discusses how to make drainages work for you and equipment issues.