Approved by the Cancer.Net Editorial Board, 09/2014. A pleural effusion is a buildup of extra fluid in the pleural space, which is the space between the lungs and the chest wall. About half of people with cancer develop a pleural effusion. Cancer growing in the pleural space causes a malignant pleural effusion. More than 75% of people with a malignant pleural effusion have lymphoma or cancers of the breast, lung, or ovary. This condition is considered a sign of metastatic cancer, or cancer that has spread to other areas of the body.
Although the majority of patients do not experience these complications, you should discuss each. of them with your plastic surgeon to make sure you understand all possible consequences of placing a. tissue expander. Tissue Expander / Implants- Tissue expanders and implants, similar to other medical devices, can fail.
As people age, the tissue around joints tends to thicken. This can decrease the joint's range of motion. Cartilage -- connective tissue that cushions the joints and aids in movement -- tends to decrease around certain joints in old age.lthough it is more difficult to remain flexible in old age, flexibility can increase your resistance to injuries and decrease chronic pain. Regular exercise increases overall flexibility and range of movement by decreasing fat, increasing muscle mass and keeping your joints moving.