Pleural empyema
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Pleural empyema Pleural empyema refers to an accumulation of pus in the pleural cavity, caused by a bacterial infection. | ||||
Disease information
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Symptoms[edit | edit source]
- Main article: Symptom
| Symptom | Probability |
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| Irritable cough | 70 |
| Chest pain | 70 |
| Breathing problems | 70 |
| Fever | 70 |
| Pleural effusion | 70 |
| Lung findings | 70 |
| Pleural fluid infected | 100 |
Examinations[edit | edit source]
- Main article: Examination
- Interview
- Physical examination
- Chest auscultation
- Thorax percussion
- Temperature measurement
- MRI
- X-ray chest
- Biopsy - sampling
- Differential diagnosis
Treatments[edit | edit source]
- Main article: Treatment
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