Determinants of dyspnea associated with pleural effusion

Fluid accumulation between the lung and rib-cage is commonly associated with shortness of breath, and frequently requires hospitalisation and invasive surgical procedures. This program of research has contributed new knowledge which has advanced our understanding of how fluid accumulation between the lung and rib cage causes shortness of breath. A technique was refined to measure the efficiency of the breathing muscles when fluid accumulates between the lung and rib cage. A novel non-invasive therapy to improve efficiency of the breathing muscles was trialled in a patient, and may improve shortness of breath