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[Pleural effusion: diagnosis and management].

J Pastré¹, S Roussel¹, D Israël Biet¹

¹Université Paris-Descartes, Paris Sorbonne Cité, 75005 Paris, France; Service de pneumologie et soins intensifs, hôpital européen Georges-Pompidou, AP-HP, 20, rue Leblanc, 75015 Paris, France.

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Summary

Managing pleural effusion requires a systematic approach. Initial pleural fluid analysis aids diagnosis, with further tests like imaging or biopsy if needed for effective treatment.

Keywords:

Biopsie pleurale Exsudat Exudate Pleural biopsy Pleural effusion Ponction pleurale Thoracentesis Transsudat Transudate Épanchement pleural

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Area of Science:

Pulmonology
Internal Medicine
Thoracic Medicine

Context:

Pleural effusion is a frequent clinical challenge.
It is linked to diverse pulmonary, pleural, and extra-pulmonary conditions.
Effective management necessitates a structured diagnostic and treatment strategy.

Purpose:

To outline the essential components of pleural effusion work-up.
To emphasize the importance of a systematic diagnostic process.
To guide clinicians in managing patients with pleural effusions.

Summary:

Pleural effusion management is common and requires a systematic approach for diagnosis and treatment.
Pleural fluid analysis is the primary diagnostic step, often providing a presumptive diagnosis.
Additional investigations, including further fluid analysis, thoracic imaging, or pleural biopsy, may be required.

Impact:

Facilitates timely and accurate diagnosis of pleural effusion.
Supports appropriate treatment selection based on effusion etiology.
Improves patient outcomes by standardizing the diagnostic pathway.