Utilization of Ultrasound in Diagnosis Bilateral Pleural Effusion
Journal Title: Scholars Journal of Medical Case Reports - Year 2014, Vol 2, Issue 11
Abstract
Pleural effusion is excess fluid that accumulates in the pleural cavity, the fluid-filled space that surrounds the lungs. Excessive amounts of such fluid can impair breathing by mass effect, limiting the expansion of the lungs during ventilation. A 36 -year-old presented with cough, shortness of breathing (SOB) and fever. A ultrasound had shown bilateral pleural effusion. Keywords: Pleural effusion, Ultrasound
Authors and Affiliations
Ahmed. Abd Elrahim, A. M. Abd Elgyoum, H. Osman, A. Elzaki, Ali Hassan
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