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Pleural empyema

Case contributed by Sajoscha A. Sorrentino
Diagnosis probable

Presentation

Patient presented with fever, increased white cell count and suspicion of pulmonary infection.

Patient Data

Age: 55 years
Gender: Female
x-ray

Left sided pleural empyema

Case Discussion

Radiographs led to the diagnosis of left sided pleural empyema rather than pleural effusion or abscess.

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