Recurrent hydropneumothorax: An unusual presentation for malignant pleural mesothelioma
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Recurrent hydropneumothorax: An unusual presentation for malignant pleural mesothelioma
Mesothelioma is a rare pulmonary malignancy commonly associated with asbestos exposure. Its presentation is insidious and non-specific, with complaints of chest pain, dyspnea and cough. Chest X-ray may demonstrate unilateral pleural effusion. CT and PET scans may highlight nodular pleural plaques. Diagnosis often times is difficult with negative imaging and negative pleural fluid studies. In ra...
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عنوان ژورنال: Respiratory Medicine Case Reports
سال: 2016
ISSN: 2213-0071
DOI: 10.1016/j.rmcr.2016.07.003