The differentiation of pleural effusions
Date
1982
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Health & Medical Publishing Group
Abstract
The causes and pathophysiology of pleural effusions are briefly discussed. A method for staining pleural effusions is described and the importance of side-room microscopy in the evaluation of pleural fluids is emphasized. The value of various investigations in the differentiation of pleural effusions is reviewed.
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CITATION: Martiz, F. J. 1982. The differentiation of pleural effusions. South African Medical Journal, 62:553-556.
The original publication is available at http://www.samj.org.za
The original publication is available at http://www.samj.org.za
Keywords
Pleural effusions