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Urinothorax: A case report
Emily L Stevens1, Jackson S Stevens2, Jose Navas-Blanco2
1Indiana University School of Medicine Transitional Year Residency, Indiana University Ball Memorial Hospital, Muncie, Indiana.
Urinothorax, a rare urine buildup in the chest, can occur from urinary issues. This case highlights a patient with kidney stones who developed a large urinothorax, emphasizing its causes, treatments, and anesthetic considerations.
Area of Science:
- Nephrology
- Pulmonology
- Anesthesiology
Background:
- Urinothorax is the accumulation of urine within the pleural space.
- It is a rare condition often resulting from obstructive uropathy, trauma, or surgical complications.
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