TY - JOUR
T1 - A systematic approach to the investigation and diagnosis of a unilateral pleural effusion
AU - McGrath, Emmet
AU - Blades, Z
AU - Needham, J
AU - Anderson, PB
PY - 2009/1/1
Y1 - 2009/1/1
N2 - Fluid in the pleural space is a common sequela of a wide range of diseases which may be pulmonary, pleural or extrapulmonary. As the differential diagnosis is wide, a systematic approach to investigation and diagnosis is recommended. This review highlights the important features and recommendations for the investigation of a unilateral pleural effusion, a common condition encountered by the general physician. The aim of this study was to assist with a speedy diagnosis of the underlying pathology, using appropriate investigative techniques, while minimising the use of invasive procedures.
AB - Fluid in the pleural space is a common sequela of a wide range of diseases which may be pulmonary, pleural or extrapulmonary. As the differential diagnosis is wide, a systematic approach to investigation and diagnosis is recommended. This review highlights the important features and recommendations for the investigation of a unilateral pleural effusion, a common condition encountered by the general physician. The aim of this study was to assist with a speedy diagnosis of the underlying pathology, using appropriate investigative techniques, while minimising the use of invasive procedures.
U2 - 10.1111/j.1742-1241.2009.02068.x
DO - 10.1111/j.1742-1241.2009.02068.x
M3 - Review article
C2 - 19765100
SN - 1742-1241
VL - 63
SP - 1653
EP - 1659
JO - International Journal of Clinical Practice
JF - International Journal of Clinical Practice
IS - 11
ER -