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Scholars Journal of Medical Case Reports | Volume-2 | Issue-11
Utilization of Ultrasound in Diagnosis Bilateral Pleural Effusion
Ahmed. Abd Elrahim, A.M. Abd Elgyoum, H. Osman, A. Elzaki, E. Abd Elrahim, Ali Hassan
Published: Nov. 28, 2014 | 88 68
DOI: 10.36347/sjmcr.2014.v02i11.005
Pages: 715-716
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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.