Chylothorax

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Chylothorax

Chylothorax refers to a condition when lymphatic fluid is accumulated in the pleural space.

Disease information
Insurance payment: 2100
Department: Internal Medicine

Symptoms[edit | edit source]

Main article: Symptom
Symptom Probability
Chest pain 70
Breathing problems 70
Fatigue 70
Malaise 70
Pleural effusion 70
Irritable cough 70
Chylothorax detected 100

Examinations[edit | edit source]

Main article: Examination
  • Interview
  • Physical examination
  • Chest auscultation
  • Thorax percussion
  • MRI
  • X-ray chest
  • Differential diagnosis

Treatments[edit | edit source]

Main article: Treatment

Additional treatments: