10th January 2024

Mrs Jenkins is a 55-year-old female with metastatic ovarian cancer. She has known ascites

Mrs Jenkins is a 55-year-old female with metastatic ovarian cancer. She has known ascites and has previously had a pleural effusion, which was drained by the respiratory team. She presents to hospital with worsening shortness of breath. Which single investigation is most useful to determine the cause of her worsening dyspnoea?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.