Parapneumonic empyema diagnosed by chest radiograph and computed tomography
Pleural effusion is commonly seen associated with pneumonia. When this progresses to empyema, directed therapy is frequently required. Chest radiographic and computed tomography findings can help distinguish empyema from a transudative pleural effusion.
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Greater Baltimore Medical Center
2013-04-01
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| Series: | Journal of Community Hospital Internal Medicine Perspectives |
| Online Access: | http://www.jchimp.net/index.php/jchimp/article/download/20503/pdf_1 |