Pleural Effusion

Category: Respiratory / Pleural Diseases

Pleural effusion is the accumulation of excess fluid in the pleural space, the area between the lungs and the chest wall, often causing shortness of breath and chest pain.

Global Prevalence

Approximately 320 cases per 100,000 population annually (Light, R.W. Pleural Effusion. N Engl J Med 2002; 346:1971-1977)

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