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Ngosa D, Moonga G, Shanaube K, Jacobs C, Ruperez M, Kasese N, Klinkenberg E, Schaap A, Mureithi L, Floyd S, Fidler S, Sichizya V, Maleya A, Ayles H. Assessment of non-tuberculosis abnormalities on digital chest x-rays with high CAD4TB scores from a tuberculosis prevalence survey in Zambia and South Africa. BMC Infect Dis 2023; 23:518. [PMID: 37553658 PMCID: PMC10408069 DOI: 10.1186/s12879-023-08460-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/20/2023] [Accepted: 07/14/2023] [Indexed: 08/10/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Chest X-rays (CXRs) have traditionally been used to aid the diagnosis of TB-suggestive abnormalities. Using Computer-Aided Detection (CAD) algorithms, TB risk is quantified to assist with diagnostics. However, CXRs capture all other structural abnormalities. Identification of non-TB abnormalities in individuals with CXRs that have high CAD scores but don't have bacteriologically confirmed TB is unknown. This presents a missed opportunity of extending novel CAD systems' potential to simultaneously provide information on other non-TB abnormalities alongside TB. This study aimed to characterize and estimate the prevalence of non-TB abnormalities on digital CXRs with high CAD4TB scores from a TB prevalence survey in Zambia and South Africa. METHODOLOGY This was a cross-sectional analysis of clinical data of participants from the TREATS TB prevalence survey conducted in 21 communities in Zambia and South Africa. The study included individuals aged ≥ 15 years who had high CAD4TB scores (score ≥ 70), but had no bacteriologically confirmed TB in any of the samples submitted, were not on TB treatment, and had no history of TB. Two consultant radiologists reviewed the images for non-TB abnormalities. RESULTS Of the 525 CXRs reviewed, 46.7% (245/525) images were reported to have non-TB abnormalities. About 11.43% (28/245) images had multiple non-TB abnormalities, while 88.67% (217/245) had a single non-TB abnormality. The readers had a fair inter-rater agreement (r = 0.40). Based on anatomical location, non-TB abnormalities in the lung parenchyma (19%) were the most prevalent, followed by Pleura (15.4%), then heart & great vessels (6.1%) abnormalities. Pleural effusion/thickening/calcification (8.8%) and cardiomegaly (5%) were the most prevalent non-TB abnormalities. Prevalence of (2.7%) for pneumonia not typical of pulmonary TB and (2.1%) mass/nodules (benign/ malignant) were also reported. CONCLUSION A wide range of non-TB abnormalities can be identified on digital CXRs among individuals with high CAD4TB scores but don't have bacteriologically confirmed TB. Adaptation of AI systems like CAD4TB as a tool to simultaneously identify other causes of abnormal CXRs alongside TB can be interesting and useful in non-faculty-based screening programs to better link cases to appropriate care.
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- Dennis Ngosa
- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Public Health, The University of Zambia, Lusaka, Zambia.
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- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Public Health, The University of Zambia, Lusaka, Zambia
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- Zambia Aids Related Tuberculosis (ZAMBART), Lusaka, Zambia
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- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Public Health, The University of Zambia, Lusaka, Zambia
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- London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, London, UK
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- Zambia Aids Related Tuberculosis (ZAMBART), Lusaka, Zambia
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- London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, London, UK
- Department of Global Health, Amsterdam University Medical Centers, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Zambia Aids Related Tuberculosis (ZAMBART), Lusaka, Zambia
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- London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, London, UK
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- Department of Infectious Disease, Faculty of Medicine, Imperial College London, London, UK
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- Zambia Aids Related Tuberculosis (ZAMBART), Lusaka, Zambia
- London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, London, UK
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Quantification of pleural effusions by two-dimensional transthoracic echocardiography. J Echocardiogr 2023; 21:33-39. [PMID: 35974215 DOI: 10.1007/s12574-022-00586-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/23/2022] [Revised: 06/28/2022] [Accepted: 07/31/2022] [Indexed: 10/15/2022]
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PURPOSE There is lack of validated methods for quantifying the size of pleural effusion from standard transthoracic (TTE) windows. The purpose of this study is to determine whether pleural effusion (Peff) measured from routine two-dimensional (2D) TTE views correlate with chest radiograph (CXR). MATERIALS AND METHODS We retrospectively identified all inpatients who underwent a TTE and CXR within 2 days in a large tertiary care center. Peff was measured on TTE from parasternal long axis (PLAX), apical four-chamber (A4C), and subcostal views and on CXR. Logistic regression models were used determine optimal cut points to predict moderate or greater Peff. RESULTS In 200 patients (mean age 69.3 ± 14.3 years, 49.5% female), we found statistically significant associations between Peff size assessed by all TTE views and CXR, with weak to moderate correlation (PLAX length: 0.21 (95% CI [0.05, 0.35]); PLAX depth: 0.21 (95% CI [0.05, 0.35]); A4C left: 0.31 (95% CI [0.13, 0.46]); A4C right: 0.39 (95% CI [0.17, 0.57]); subcostal: 0.38 (95% CI [0.07, 0.61]). The best TTE thresholds for predicting moderate or greater left-sided Peff on CXR was PLAX length left > = 8.6 cm (sensitivity 78%, specificity 54%, PPV 26%, and NPV 92%). The best TTE thresholds for predicting moderate or greater right-sided Peff on CXR was A4C right > = 2.6 cm (sensitivity 87%, specificity 60%, PPV 37%, and NPV 94%). CONCLUSIONS We identified statistically significant associations with Peff size measured on TTE and CXR. The predictive ability of TTE to identify moderate or large pleural effusion is limited.
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El-Sokkary RT, Abuelkassem NM, Seddik MI, Metwally A. New biomarkers for the diagnosis of pleural effusion. THE EGYPTIAN JOURNAL OF BRONCHOLOGY 2022. [DOI: 10.1186/s43168-022-00137-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Background
Persistent undiagnosed effusion is present in approximately 15% of all causes of exudative effusion. Pleural effusion caused by immunoglobulin G4 (IgG4) is a new type of pleural effusion. Tumor markers such as Carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA) may play a role in the diagnosis of malignant pleural effusion. This study aimed to evaluate the use of serum Immunoglobulin G4 and carcinoembryonic antigen in diagnosing pleural effusion.
Methods
This observational descriptive cross-sectional study comprised 89 individuals with exudative pleural effusion who visited the Assiut university hospital's chest department. All patients were examined and asked about their medical history. Also, chest X-ray, MSCT chest, transthoracic ultrasonography, pleural fluid analysis and cytology, serum level of carcinoembryonic antigen, and immunoglobulin G4 were performed. In addition, pleural biopsy, bronchoscopy, and thoracoscopy were performed when required.
Results
In comparison to another diagnosis, the level of serum IgG 4 was observed to be substantially greater in individuals with IgG4-associated effusion (725± 225.45). Patients with malignant mesothelioma (70± 16.24) and metastatic adenocarcinoma (93.52± 19.34) had lower levels of IgG4. In contrast, the serum level of CEA was significantly higher in individuals with malignant mesothelioma (79.50± 29.47) and metastatic adenocarcinoma (68.71± 28.98). Patients with para-pneumonic effusion had a minor serum level of CEA (0.36 ± 0.26). At cutoff point > 152 mg/dl serum IgG-4 had 100% sensitivity and 94% specificity in the diagnosis of IgG4 related pleural effusion with an overall accuracy of 95.3% and area under the curve of 0.97. At the cutoff point > 5 ng/ml serum CEA had 77% sensitivity and 100% specificity in diagnosing malignant pleural effusion with an overall accuracy of 91.1% and area under the curve of 0.88.
Conclusion
Serum IgG4 higher than 152 mg/dl has good diagnostic accuracy in cases of undiagnosed pleural effusion. Carcinoembryonic antigen aids in diagnosing malignant pleural effusion with a cutoff point higher than 5 ng/ml in serum.
Trial registration
ClinicalTrials.gov registration ID NCT03260088
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Diagnostic value of pleural cholesterol in differentiating exudative and transudative pleural effusion. Ann Med Surg (Lond) 2022; 82:104479. [PMID: 36268319 PMCID: PMC9577431 DOI: 10.1016/j.amsu.2022.104479] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/25/2022] [Revised: 08/18/2022] [Accepted: 08/19/2022] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Background Pleural effusions are most commonly classified as transudative or exudative based on Light's criteria which has shown misclassification in 10%–20% of cases. Studies have demonstrated lesser misclassification with pleural fluid cholesterol criteria. Thus, this study aimed to find the diagnostic properties of pleural fluid cholesterol in differentiating the type of effusion. Materials and methods This cross-sectional study involving 72 patients was undertaken in a tertiary center in Nepal for a duration of 2 years. On the basis of Light's, Heffner's, etiological, and pleural fluid cholesterol criteria, pleural effusion was classified as exudative or transudative. The findings were then evaluated to determine the diagnostic value of each approach in identifying the effusion type and comparing them on the basis of sensitivity, specificity, positive predictive value and negative predictive value. Result Pleural fluid cholesterol detected effusion as exudative with sensitivity of 91.94% and specificity of 80.00% against Light's criteria; with a sensitivity of 98.28% and specificity of 85.71% against the etiological diagnosis. Additionally, against the etiological diagnosis, sensitivity of both Light's and Heffner's criteria was 100%; however, specificity was 71.43% and 64.29% respectively, which is far less than that of pleural fluid cholesterol (85.71%). Furthermore, pleural fluid cholesterol was also found to have better results than protein ratio, LDH ratio and pleural fluid protein ratio in determining the type of effusion. Conclusion When considering the avoidance of confusing outcomes in equivocal instances and cost effectiveness in developing nations, pleural fluid cholesterol can be one of the most useful alternative diagnostic methods for differentiating between exudative or transudative effusions. Tuberculosis is one of the most common observed causes of exudative pleural effusions. A patient with an effusion when classified according to different criteria can yield different results. The number of patients classified as exudative or transudative effusion varies according to different parameters used. Pleural cholesterol has better sensitivity, specificity, PPV and NPV in differentiating pleural effusion. Analysis of the pleural cholesterol can become one of the best diagnostic tools to differentiate the type of effusion.
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Ibrahim M. Massive pleural effusion suggesting a malignant effusion: A case series study. MUSTANSIRIYA MEDICAL JOURNAL 2022. [DOI: 10.4103/mj.mj_44_22] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/03/2023]
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Bi K, Wang B, Zhang Y, Shen MJ, Chen HW, Zhu HM, Tang CH, Wang Y. Contrast-Enhanced Ultrasound of the Pleural Cavity: A Method to Locate Pleural Catheters and Identify Fibrous Septa. ULTRASOUND IN MEDICINE & BIOLOGY 2021; 47:1261-1268. [PMID: 33541751 DOI: 10.1016/j.ultrasmedbio.2021.01.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/30/2020] [Revised: 01/07/2021] [Accepted: 01/12/2021] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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We aimed to explore the value of contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) of the pleural cavity in locating catheters and identifying fibrous septa and to compare CEUS with multiple existing methods. We included 304 participants whose pleural effusion could not continue to be drained and compared the catheter-localization capabilities of empirical diagnosis, B-mode ultrasound with normal saline and CEUS, with computed tomography as the reference standard. CEUS performed the best (accuracy, 100%; sensitivity, 100%; specificity, 100%), followed by B-mode ultrasound with normal saline (accuracy, 77.78%; sensitivity, 62.5%; specificity, 100%), and finally empirical diagnosis (accuracy, 54.17%; sensitivity, 66.67%; specificity, 33.33%). The capabilities of CEUS and computed tomography to identify fibrous septa were evaluated, with B-mode ultrasound as the reference, and CEUS (accuracy, 100%; sensitivity, 100%; specificity, 100%) was superior to computed tomography (accuracy, 82.41%; sensitivity, 26.09%; specificity, 97.65%). Overall, CEUS can accurately locate catheters and identify fibrous septa, with performance superior to existing methods.
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- Ke Bi
- Department of Ultrasound, Shanghai Pulmonary Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China; Department of Pathology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Radiology, Shanghai Pulmonary Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Ultrasound, Shanghai Pulmonary Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Ultrasound, Shanghai Pulmonary Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Ultrasound, Shanghai Pulmonary Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Ultrasound, Shanghai Pulmonary Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Ultrasound, Shanghai Pulmonary Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Ultrasound, Shanghai Pulmonary Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China.
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Tuberculosis in children presenting with chylothorax - Report of two cases and review of the literature. Respir Med Case Rep 2019; 27:100848. [PMID: 31049284 PMCID: PMC6479155 DOI: 10.1016/j.rmcr.2019.100848] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/21/2019] [Revised: 04/14/2019] [Accepted: 04/15/2019] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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One third of the world's population is estimated to be infected with Mycobacterium tuberculosis. Tuberculosis (TB) is endemic in many sub-Saharan African counties. The burden is further made worse by the HIV scourge. The number of children with TB and its attendant complications, is equally on the rise. TB can mimic many diseases ranging from infections to malignancies. Among pleuro-pulmonary TB complications, exudative effusion is more common while chylothorax is rare and thus easily missed especially if not the classical milky appearance. We present two children from a TB endemic region, with microbiologically-confirmed TB presenting with chylothoraces that were initially misdiagnosed as pleural empyema. Tuberculosis in children presenting as chylothorax is uncommon. These cases are instructive as they bring to the fore the importance of a full investigation of pleural effusions in children, to ensure a correct diagnosis and prompt effective management.
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Ibitoye BO, Idowu BM, Ogunrombi AB, Afolabi BI. Ultrasonographic quantification of pleural effusion: comparison of four formulae. Ultrasonography 2018; 37:254-260. [PMID: 29228764 PMCID: PMC6044225 DOI: 10.14366/usg.17050] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/08/2017] [Revised: 10/18/2017] [Accepted: 10/18/2017] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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PURPOSE The purpose of this study was to evaluate the correlations of ultrasonographically estimated volumes of pleural fluid with the actual effusion volume in order to determine the most reliable formula. METHODS In 32 consecutive patients with clinically diagnosed pleural effusion, an ultrasound estimation was made of the volume of effusion using four different formulae, including two in the erect position and two in the supine position. Closed-tube thoracostomy drainage using a 28-Fr chest tube was performed. The total drainage was calculated after confirmation of full lung re-expansion and complete drainage by plain chest radiographs and ultrasound. The ultrasonographically estimated volume was compared to the actual total volume drained as the gold standard. RESULTS There were 14 female and 18 male subjects. The mean age of all subjects was 41.56±18.34 years. Fifty percent of the effusions were in the left hemithorax. Metastatic disease accounted for the plurality of effusions (31.2%). The mean total volume drained for all the subjects was 2,770±1,841 mL. The ultrasonographically estimated volumes for the erect 1, erect 2, supine 1, and supine 2 formulae were 1,816±753 mL, 1,520±690 mL, 2,491±1,855 mL, and 1,393±787 mL, respectively. The Pearson correlation coefficients (r) for the estimate of each formula were 0.75, 0.81, 0.62, and 0.63, respectively. CONCLUSION Although both erect formulae showed similar correlations, the erect 2 formula (Goecke 2) was most closely correlated with the actual volume drained.
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- Bolanle Olubunmi Ibitoye
- Department of Radiology, Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospitals Complex, Ile-Ife, Nigeria
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- Department of Radiology, Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospitals Complex, Ile-Ife, Nigeria
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- Department of Radiology, Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospitals Complex, Ile-Ife, Nigeria
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Adeoye PO, Johnson WR, Desalu OO, Ofoegbu CP, Fawibe AE, Salami AK, Fadeyi A, Akin-Dosumu AA, Rasheedat IM. Etiology, clinical characteristics, and management of pleural effusion in Ilorin, Nigeria. Niger Med J 2017; 58:76-80. [PMID: 29269986 PMCID: PMC5726178 DOI: 10.4103/0300-1652.219349] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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Background: Pleural effusion (PE) is a primary manifestation or secondary complication of many disorders. This study reviews the pattern and management of PE in a Nigerian hospital. Materials and Methods: The medical records of 213 patients with clinical diagnosis of PE over a period of 3 years were reviewed. Results: PE accounted for 0.5% of the total hospital admissions. The most common cause of PE was tuberculosis (TB) (32.9%), followed by malignancy (29.1%) and pneumonia (15.0%). The male to female ratio was 1.3:1. TB was the leading cause of effusion in males, while it was malignancy in females. Pneumonia accounted for 61.9% of PE in preschool age and 66.7% in school age. Breathlessness (50.0%), cough (39.4%), and chest pain (24.9%) were the common presentations. Most (90.1%) of them were exudative effusion and with half in the right lung. Chest radiography (91.6%), pleural fluid for Ziehl–Neelsen stain (74.7%), cytology (59.2%), and tissue biopsy (57.8%) were the common diagnostic investigations. The majority (92.0%) had closed thoracostomy tube drainage, while 9.9% had chemical pleurodesis. The intra-hospital mortality was 10 (4.7%). Conclusion: TB, malignancy, and pneumonia are the leading causes of PE. A multidisciplinary approach is needed for optimal management.
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- Department of Child Health, University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital, Ilorin, Nigeria
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- Department of Medical Microbiology, University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital, Ilorin, Nigeria
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- Department of Child Health, University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital, Ilorin, Nigeria
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Li H, Huang L, Tang H, Zhong N, He J. Pleural fluid carcinoembryonic antigen as a biomarker for the discrimination of tumor-related pleural effusion. CLINICAL RESPIRATORY JOURNAL 2016; 11:881-886. [PMID: 26662658 DOI: 10.1111/crj.12431] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/14/2015] [Revised: 11/20/2015] [Accepted: 12/04/2015] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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- Huiling Li
- Department of Respiratory; Hainan Branch of PLA Hospital; Sanya 572000 Hainan Province China
- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery; Guangzhou Institute of Respiratory Disease, State Key Laboratary of Respiratory Disease, The First Hospital Affiliated to Guangzhou Medical University; Guangzhou 510120 Guangdong Province China
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery; Guangzhou Institute of Respiratory Disease, State Key Laboratary of Respiratory Disease, The First Hospital Affiliated to Guangzhou Medical University; Guangzhou 510120 Guangdong Province China
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery; Guangzhou Institute of Respiratory Disease, State Key Laboratary of Respiratory Disease, The First Hospital Affiliated to Guangzhou Medical University; Guangzhou 510120 Guangdong Province China
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery; Guangzhou Institute of Respiratory Disease, State Key Laboratary of Respiratory Disease, The First Hospital Affiliated to Guangzhou Medical University; Guangzhou 510120 Guangdong Province China
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery; Guangzhou Institute of Respiratory Disease, State Key Laboratary of Respiratory Disease, The First Hospital Affiliated to Guangzhou Medical University; Guangzhou 510120 Guangdong Province China
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Medical thoracoscopic versus ultrasound guided transthoracic pleural needle biopsy in diagnosis of pleural lesions. EGYPTIAN JOURNAL OF CHEST DISEASES AND TUBERCULOSIS 2016. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ejcdt.2015.12.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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Bautista A, Heine M, van Berkel V, Kelly-Frasher L, Remmel K, Akca O. Right-Sided Pleural Effusion in a Critically Ill Stroke Patient. J Investig Med High Impact Case Rep 2014; 2:2324709614523258. [PMID: 26425594 PMCID: PMC4528863 DOI: 10.1177/2324709614523258] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Pleural fluid collections are common in those critically ill. We report the case of a left middle cerebral artery stroke patient who developed respiratory distress and required intubation and mechanical ventilation. Although the patient's clinical status and oxygenation improved, there was persistence of right-sided opacity in the chest radiograph. Further workup proved a right-sided pleural effusion, which was drained and managed. Following extubation, a swallow study was ordered, which led to a fluoroscopic examination that demonstrated esophageal perforation. Thoracic surgery was consulted and did a primary repair of perforation and noted non-small cell carcinoma on the perforated site.
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- University of Louisville, Louisville, KY, USA
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Lobo V, Weingrow D, Perera P, Williams SR, Gharahbaghian L. Thoracic Ultrasonography. Crit Care Clin 2014; 30:93-117, v-vi. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ccc.2013.08.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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Demirhan O, Kasapoglu T, Ece F, Toker A. The use of Jackson-Pratt silicone flat drains as prolonged pleural catheters for the management of pleural effusions. J Thorac Dis 2013; 5:265-9. [PMID: 23825757 DOI: 10.3978/j.issn.2072-1439.2013.06.15] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/17/2013] [Accepted: 06/14/2013] [Indexed: 11/14/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Imbalance between secretion and absorbtion of pleural fluid results in pleural effusion. Emergence of pleural effusion ipsilateral or contralateral to the side drained previously is named recurrent effusion. There is currently no standart approach for the management of recurrent pleural effusions. MATERIALS AND METHODS Eighteen patients, treated between 2011 and 2012 for recurrent pleural effusions due to various etiologies, not considered for surgical or other treatments, and underwent placement of prolonged pleural catheters (Jackson-Pratt drain) were included in this study. Twenty two prolonged pleural catheters were inserted in 18 patients. There were 10 females and 8 males, with mean age 59 (35-77). In 20 patients the catheters were inserted by an anterior approach, and by a posterior approach in one patient. Daily drainage above 1,500 mL was not permitted in order to avoid pulmonary edema. Catheters were removed in patients who had lung expansion and drainage under 50 mL/day. RESULTS The most common etiology for pleural effusions was extrathoracic malignancy in 9 patients, primary bronchial carcinoma in 5 patients, and benign pleural effusion in 4 patients. Four patients underwent bilateral prolonged pleural catheter insertion. The catheters were retained for a mean period of 19 (10-40) days. Pleural effusion recurred two months after removal of the catheter in one patient with primary bronchial cancer (5%). Only one patient developed a complication (empyema) while under drainage (5%). Two patients died while the catheter was in place. CONCLUSIONS Decreased length of stay and lower costs have enabled prolonged are the major advantages of pleural catheter applications in appropriate patients compared to other treatment methods. We believe that the Jackson Pratt silicone flat drains provide effective pleurodesis along with easy application, and suggest their use as an alternative to pleurodesis in especially malignant pleural effusions and not benign pleural effusions.
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- Ozkan Demirhan
- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Istanbul Bilim University Medical Faculty, Turkey
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Sikora K, Perera P, Mailhot T, Mandavia D. Ultrasound for the Detection of Pleural Effusions and Guidance of the Thoracentesis Procedure. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2012. [DOI: 10.5402/2012/676524] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
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Objective. To review the use of ultrasound for the detection of pleural effusions and guidance of the thoracentesis procedure. Methods. Two clinical cases will be presented in which ultrasound proved beneficial in guiding the diagnosis and management of patients with pleural effusions and respiratory distress. The ultrasound techniques for the evaluation of pleural effusions and performance of the thoracentesis procedure are discussed. A review of the most current literature follows to present the known diagnostic and safety benefits of ultrasound guidance for thoracentesis. Conclusions. Ultrasound improves the diagnostic accuracy for the detection of pleural effusions over standard chest radiographs. Ultrasound can also diagnose a complicated pleural effusion that may be at higher risk for an adverse outcome during a thoracentesis. Optimally, thoracentesis should be performed under direct ultrasound guidance to decrease the complication rate and improve patient safety.
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- Kamila Sikora
- Department of Emergency Medicine, USC Medical Center, General Hospital, 1200 State Street, Los Angeles, CA 90033, USA
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- Division of Emergency Medicine, Stanford University Medical Center, 300 Pasteur Drive, Alway Building, M121, Stanford, CA 94305, USA
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, USC Medical Center, General Hospital, 1200 State Street, Los Angeles, CA 90033, USA
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, USC Medical Center, General Hospital, 1200 State Street, Los Angeles, CA 90033, USA
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