Pleural Fluid Analysis: Maximizing Diagnostic Yield in the Pleural Effusion Evaluation.
review · Level V
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.chest.2025.06.001.
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Abstract
Establishing the cause of a pleural effusion can be challenging. Analysis of pleural fluid (PF) is a powerful tool to determine the cause of a pleural effusion. Surprisingly, despite the diagnostic power of PF analysis (PFA), it is often underused. This review provides a practical framework to maximize the diagnostic potential of the PFA. We describe the role of a PFA in establishing the cause of a pleural effusion. We also discuss challenges and limitations of PFA.
Medical subject headings
- Pleural Effusion
- Exudates and Transudates