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Left-sided hydrothorax in connection with severe pre-eclampsia. Case reports
Summary
Severe pre-eclampsia can cause pleural hydrothorax, or fluid in the lungs, and ascites, or abdominal fluid. This condition often resolves after delivery without invasive diagnostics.
Area of Science:
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Pulmonology
- Nephrology
Background:
- Severe pre-eclampsia is a serious pregnancy complication.
- Pleural effusions and ascites are not commonly associated with pre-eclampsia.