Current findings on pleural effusion and ascites

ewimed Report 2025

The new ewimed Report 2025 – Current findings on pleural effusion and ascites

In this fourth edition, we present the latest scientific findings, well-founded expert opinions and practical case studies on the treatment of pleural effusion and ascites with a subcutaneously tunnelled indwelling pleural or peritoneal catheter (IPC).

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A key component of this year’s report is the analysis of the data from the ewimed patient questionnaire 2024. ewimed has been collecting valuable information throughout Germany for 15 years now to further develop and specifically improve treatment for patients. In addition, the report presents a current scientific study on pleural effusion and highlights the latest developments in medical research.

Study conclusion: Fewer infections in non-malignant ascites

A particularly exciting article is dedicated to the topic of infections in non-malignant ascites. A recent study shows that silver-containing catheters can significantly reduce the risk of infection. This section is supplemented by an expert interview with Prof Dr Benjamin Maasoumy from the Hannover Medical School, who explains the results of this study in more detail.

We've got you covered! Sustainability in the healthcare sector

Sustainability in the healthcare sector is also increasingly coming into focus. The ewimed Report 2025 provides an international perspective on this and presents initiatives from various countries.

In an expert discussion with PD Dr Stefan Welter (Chief Physician of Thoracic Surgery at the Hemer Lung Clinic and Head of the ‘Sustainability in Thoracic Surgery’ working group of the German Society for Thoracic Surgery) and Martina Moll (Senior Manager Sustainability at Sana Kliniken AG), we will discuss which sustainable measures clinics are already implementing and which challenges still exist.

Two case studies: Patients talk about their experiences with the IPC

The report is rounded off with two impressive patient case studies from Austria. They show how the use of an IPC can improve quality of life – both in the case of long-term therapy and in the case of a sudden, serious diagnosis.

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