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[Pleurisy of unexpected etiology: a foreign body within the pleural cavity]

T Ribera-Jorba, V Heinen, J-L Corhay

    Revue Medicale De Liege
    |March 20, 2014
    PubMed

    Insights

    Foreign bodies in the pleural cavity can cause exudative pleural effusion, often after surgery. Removing the foreign body leads to a favorable prognosis for these rare effusions.

    Area of Science:

    • Medicine
    • Pulmonology
    • Thoracic Surgery

    Background:

    • Exudative pleural effusion is a significant clinical condition.
    • Rare causes of pleural effusion require thorough investigation.
    • Iatrogenic complications can arise from invasive procedures.

    Observation:

    • Presents three clinical reports of foreign bodies in the pleural cavity.
    • Reviews literature on foreign bodies as a cause of pleural effusion.
    • Highlights the iatrogenic nature of many such cases.

    Findings:

    • Foreign bodies in the pleural cavity are a rare cause of exudative pleural effusion.
    • This complication is often associated with invasive peri-thoracic surgery.
    • Recurrent pleural effusions warrant consideration of this etiology.

    Implications:

    • Early recognition and diagnosis are crucial for effective management.
    • Withdrawal of the foreign body is the primary treatment.
    • Prompt intervention leads to a favorable prognosis for patients.

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