Amylase levels in pleural and peritoneal fluid in Meigs' syndrome

Pleural Effusion in Meigs’ Syndrome—Transudate or Exudate?

Although Meigs' syndrome is regarded as a well-defined entity, contradictory data on pleural fluid characteristics have been presented, with some papers classifying it as a transudate, whereas others stating that it is an exudate.The aims of the study were: (1) to evaluate pleural fluid characteristics in patients with Meigs' syndrome and (2) to analyze the prevalence of transudative and exudat...

Early prediction in acute pancreatitis: the contribution of amylase and lipase levels in peritoneal fluid.

CONTEXT Predicting the severity of acute pancreatitis early in the course of the disease is still difficult. OBJECTIVE The value of amylase and lipase levels in serum and peritoneal fluid might be of value in predicting the course of acute pancreatitis. DESIGN Prospective study. PATIENTS One-hundred and sixty-seven patients with acute pancreatitis as confirmed by computed tomography scan ...

High amylase activity in pleural fluid and primary bronchogenic adenocarcinoma.

We report a case of primary bronchogenic adenocarcinoma, complicated by pleural effusion, in which very high pleural amylase activity was found, whilst serum amylase was normal. Isoamylase determination showed a salivary-type amylase. Concerning the origin of this enzyme, ultrastructural study of the malignant cells obtained from the pleural fluid suggested a local amylase synthesis. The pathop...

Meigs' and Pseudo‐Meigs' syndrome

Diagnosing Meigs' syndrome is challenging in that it can be mistaken for a number of other conditions. Ultrasound can identify ascites and pleural effusions, which is essential in accurate identification.

Serum and Peritoneal Fluid Levels of Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor in Women with Endometriosis