Pleural effusion

A pleural effusion is an accumulation of fluid within the pleural space.

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Pleural Effusion

Pleural effusion is a collection of fluid around your lungs. Your provider has to get rid of this fluid and treat the condition that caused it to build up.

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The main difference between transudate and exudate pleural effusion is that transudate pleural effusion results in a filtrate of clear fluid with low...

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pleural effusion -- A collection of fluid between the lung and chest wall that may compress the lung. Most commonly, a pleural effusion is an incidental finding in a stable patient. Prehospital interventions are generally limited to patients who are in respiratory distress or are hemodynamically unstable. As with any other life-threatening condition, initial management is directed at ensuring adequate oxygenation and ventilation. Oxygen should be administered to all unstable patients.

Diagnostic algorithm of pleural effusion

Pleural effusion

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Transudate vs. Exudate - Pleural Effusion