Definition A pleural effusion is defined as excess fluid within the pleural space. The normal pleural space usually contains 5–10 mL of fluid. Clinical features Most patients present with increasing breathlessness. Associated symptoms of productive cough and fever, chest pain and weight loss are ...
Presence of serum anti-p53 antibodies is associated with pleural effusion and poor prognosis in lung cancer patients This study was designed prospectively to evaluate the development of anti-p53 antibodies (Abs) in lung cancer patients in relation to their clinical outcom... CL Lai,CM Tsai,TT ...
With respect to the relationship between LGL and pleural effusion (PE), 3 (27%) of 11 patients without LGL developed PE, while 5 (56%) of 9 patients with LGL developed PE. Moreover, the mean peak number of LGL was 9,215/microl, which was much higher than the mean peak number (4...
Pleural effusion is a common clinical problem in patients with cancer. We aimed to summarize all the known prognostic indicators of malignant pleural effusion. We did a systematic review and meta-analysis with a systematic literature search. All prospect
Pleural effusion - Clinical features • Shortness of breath • Decreased chest wall movement • Tracheal central • Stony dull to percussion • Reduced or absent breath sounds • Signs of underlying cause Pleural effusion • Exudate ...
Malignant pleural effusion (MPE) is a serious complication of advanced tumor, with relatively high morbidity and mortality rates, and can severely affect the quality of life and survival of patients. The mechanisms of MPE development are not well defined
The clinical features of this case were baffling since they mimicked that of pulmonary tuberculosis. This case report emphasizes the need to recognize the diverse nature of presentation of this curable yet fatal infectious disease. 展开 关键词: Immunocompetent patient pleural effusion visceral ...
Incidence, aetiology and clinical features of eosinophilic pleural effusion: a retrospective study Eosinophilic pleural effusion (EPE) is a distinct entity among pleural effusions, but its diagnostic and prognostic significance is still controversial. Th... M Li,Y Zeng,Y Li,... - 《Bmc Pulmonary ...
Pleural effusionPrognosisTreatment outcomeFibrocavitary featureBackground The incidence of nontuberculous mycobacterial (NTM) infection has increased over the last 10 years. However, the clinical characteristics and treatment outcomes of patients with NTM pleuritis have not been well defined. Methods Patients...
胸腔内灌注紫杉醇与顺铂治疗乳腺癌恶性胸腔积液的疗效比较 Comparison of the therapeutic effects of pleural perfusion of paclitaxel and cisplatin in patients with malignant pleural effusion derived from breast cancer 肺炎合并胸腔积液护理ppt课件 clinical analysis of ventilator-associated pneumonia Lung ultrasound ...