Presence of pus in a hollow organ or body cavity.
Suppurative inflammation of the pleural space.
An intracranial or rarely intraspinal suppurative process invading the space between the inner surface of the DURA MATER and the outer surface of the ARACHNOID.
Empyema due to MYCOBACTERIUM TUBERCULOSIS.
Surgical procedure involving the creation of an opening (stoma) into the chest cavity for drainage; used in the treatment of PLEURAL EFFUSION; PNEUMOTHORAX; HEMOTHORAX; and EMPYEMA.
Presence of fluid in the pleural cavity resulting from excessive transudation or exudation from the pleural surfaces. It is a sign of disease and not a diagnosis in itself.
'Pleural diseases' is a broad term referring to various medical conditions that affect the pleura, the thin, double-layered membrane surrounding the lungs, including inflammation (pleurisy), effusions (excess fluid buildup), thickening, or tumors, which may cause chest pain, coughing, and breathing difficulties.
The removal of fluids or discharges from the body, such as from a wound, sore, or cavity.
Plastic tubes used for drainage of air or fluid from the pleural space. Their surgical insertion is called tube thoracostomy.
Endoscopic surgery of the pleural cavity performed with visualization via video transmission.
An abnormal passage or communication between a bronchus and another part of the body.
The thin serous membrane enveloping the lungs (LUNG) and lining the THORACIC CAVITY. Pleura consist of two layers, the inner visceral pleura lying next to the pulmonary parenchyma and the outer parietal pleura. Between the two layers is the PLEURAL CAVITY which contains a thin film of liquid.
Surgical incision into the chest wall.
Surgical removal of ribs, allowing the chest wall to move inward and collapse a diseased lung. (Dorland, 28th ed)
Solitary or multiple collections of PUS within the lung parenchyma as a result of infection by bacteria, protozoa, or other agents.
Endoscopic examination, therapy or surgery of the pleural cavity.
Abnormal communication most commonly seen between two internal organs, or between an internal organ and the surface of the body.
An abnormal passage communicating between any component of the respiratory tract or between any part of the respiratory system and surrounding organs.
Paired but separate cavity within the THORACIC CAVITY. It consists of the space between the parietal and visceral PLEURA and normally contains a capillary layer of serous fluid that lubricates the pleural surfaces.
The excision of lung tissue including partial or total lung lobectomy.
The administration of therapeutic agents drop by drop, as eye drops, ear drops, or nose drops. It is also administered into a body space or cavity through a catheter. It differs from THERAPEUTIC IRRIGATION in that the irrigate is removed within minutes, but the instillate is left in place.
Hemorrhage within the pleural cavity.
Abnormal passage communicating with the STOMACH.

Idiopathic CD4+ T lymphocytopenia disclosed by the onset of empyema thoracis. (1/207)

A 56-year-old man was admitted to our hospital in December 1996 due to empyema thoracis. A laboratory examination revealed lymphocytopenia and CD4+ T lymphocytopenia (<300 cells/ microl). No evidence for a human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection was found. No malignant, hematological or autoimmune disease was detected. We thus diagnosed this case as being idiopathic CD4+ T lymphocytopenia (ICL). During his hospital treatment, he was affected with cytomegaloviral retinitis and cured by therapy. His subsequent treatment went well without a recurrence of severe infection although a low CD4+ T lymphocyte count continued after the recovery from empyema thoracis.  (+info)

Use of fibrinolytic agents in the management of complicated parapneumonic effusions and empyemas. (2/207)

BACKGROUND: Standard treatment for pleural infection includes catheter drainage and antibiotics. Tube drainage often fails if the fluid is loculated by fibrinous adhesions when surgical drainage is needed. Streptokinase may aid the process of pleural drainage, but there have been no controlled trials to assess its efficacy. METHODS: Twenty four patients with infected community acquired parapneumonic effusions were studied. All had either frankly purulent/culture or Gram stain positive pleural fluid (13 cases; 54%) or fluid which fulfilled the biochemical criteria for pleural infection. Fluid was drained with a 14F catheter. The antibiotics used were cefuroxime and metronidazole or were guided by culture. Subjects were randomly assigned to receive intrapleural streptokinase, 250,000 IU daily, or control saline flushes for three days. The primary end points related to the efficacy of pleural drainage--namely, the volume of pleural fluid drained and the chest radiographic response to treatment. Other end points were the number of pleural procedures needed and blood indices of inflammation. RESULTS: The streptokinase group drained more pleural fluid both during the days of streptokinase/control treatment (mean (SD) 391 (200) ml versus 124 (44) ml; difference 267 ml, 95% confidence interval (CI) 144 to 390; p < 0.001) and overall (2564 (1663) ml versus 1059 (502) ml; difference 1505 ml, 95% CI 465 to 2545; p < 0.01). They showed greater improvement on the chest radiograph at discharge, measured as the fall in the maximum dimension of the pleural collection (6.0 (2.7) cm versus 3.4 (2.7) cm; difference 2.9 cm, 95% CI 0.3 to 4.4; p < 0.05) and the overall reduction in pleural fluid collection size (p < 0.05, two tailed Fisher's exact test). Systemic fibrinolysis and bleeding complications did not occur. Surgery was required by three control patients but none in the streptokinase group. CONCLUSIONS: Intrapleural streptokinase probably aids the treatment of pleural infections by improving pleural drainage without causing systemic fibrinolysis or local haemorrhage.  (+info)

Empyema thoracis: a role for open thoracotomy and decortication. (3/207)

BACKGROUND: Thoracentesis and antibiotics remain the cornerstones of treatment in stage I empyema. The management of disease progression or late presentation is controversial. Open thoracotomy and decortication is perceived to be synonymous with protracted recovery and prolonged hospitalisation. Advocates of thoracoscopic adhesiolysis cite earlier chest drain removal and hospital discharge. This paper challenges traditional prejudice towards open surgery. METHODS: A five year audit of empyema cases referred to a regional cardiothoracic surgical unit analysing previous clinical course, surgical management, and outcome. RESULTS: Between February 1992 and February 1997, the number of referrals to this centre increased dramatically. Twenty-two children were referred for surgery (15 boys, seven girls; age range, 0.5-16 years). Before referral, patients had been unwell for 6-50 days (median, 15), had been treated with several antibiotics, and had undergone chest ultrasound (15 patients), computed tomography (five patients), pleural aspiration attempts (13 patients), and intercostal drainage (seven patients). The organism responsible was identified in only two cases (Streptococcus pneumoniae). Three patients had intraparenchymal abscess formation. Eighteen patients underwent open thoracotomy and decortication. Drain removal was performed on the first or second day. Fever resolved within 48 hours. Median hospital stay was four days. All patients had complete clinical and radiological resolution. CONCLUSIONS: Treatment must be tailored to the disease stage. In stage II and III diseases, open decortication followed by early drain removal results in rapid symptomatic recovery, early hospital discharge, and complete resolution. In the early fibrinopurulent phase, alternative strategies should be considered. However, even in ideal cases, neither fibrinolysis nor thoracoscopic adhesiolysis can achieve more rapid resolution at lower risk.  (+info)

Empirical treatment with fibrinolysis and early surgery reduces the duration of hospitalization in pleural sepsis. (4/207)

The efficacy of three different treatment protocols was compared: 1) simple chest tube drainage (Drain); 2) adjunctive intrapleural streptokinase (IP-SK); and 3) an aggressive empirical approach incorporating SK and early surgical drainage (SK+early OP) in patients with pleural empyema and high-risk parapneumonic effusions. This was a nonrandomized, prospective, controlled time series study of 82 consecutive patients with community-acquired empyema (n=68) and high-risk parapneumonic effusions (n=14). The following three treatment protocols were administered in sequence over 6 years: 1) Drain (n=29, chest catheter drainage); 2) IP-SK (n=23, adjunctive intrapleural fibrinolysis with 250,000 U x day(-1) SK); and 3) SK+early OP (n=30, early surgical drainage was offered to patients who failed to respond promptly following initial drainage plus SK). The average duration of hospital stay in the SK+early OP group was significantly shorter than in the Drain and IP-SK groups. The mortality rate was also significantly lower in the SK+early OP than the Drain groups (3 versus 24%). It was concluded that an empirical treatment strategy which combines adjunctive intrapleural fibrinolysis with early surgical intervention results in shorter hospital stays and may reduce mortality in patients with pleural sepsis.  (+info)

Thoracic blastomycosis and empyema. (5/207)

Blastomycosis is endemic in river valley areas of the southeastern and Midwestern United States. Pulmonary manifestations include chronic cough and pleuritic pain. Radiographic appearance of the infection can mimic bronchogenic lung carcinoma. Pleural effusion is rarely associated with this pulmonary infection, and empyema has not been previously reported. We report a case of pulmonary and pleural Blastomyces dermatitidis infection presenting as empyema thoracis. Diagnosis and treatment were attained with video-assisted thoracoscopic (VATS) pleural and lung biopsy and debridement.  (+info)

Pleural empyema: An unusual presentation of esophageal perforation. (6/207)

A 67-year-old patient presented with pleural empyema as the sole manifestation of thoracic esophageal perforation, 2 weeks after accidental fish bone ingestion. Nonspecific chest pain and general deterioration, unusual presenting symptoms in themselves, accounted for the extreme delay in the diagnosis. The empyema was treated surgically, and the esophageal perforation conservatively. Despite the poor prognostic factors, the patient recovered completely after 50 days in hospital.  (+info)

A variant of pyothorax-associated lymphoma. (7/207)

A case of pleural lymphoma that developed after an episode of empyema is described. This may be a variant presentation of the rare yet distinct condition termed pyothorax-associated lymphoma. This condition was first recognised in Japan; there have been only a few reports in Western countries to date. A feature of this case is the relatively short interval between diagnosis of empyema and subsequent development of lymphoma.  (+info)

Surgical management of primary lung cancer in an elderly patient with preoperative empyema. (8/207)

A 74-year-old man with primary lung cancer developed preoperative empyema but was successfully managed surgically. The patient was given a diagnosis of c-T2N1M0, stage IIB, moderately differentiated squamous cell carcinoma, but before surgery pneumothorax and empyema developed, resulting from rupture of the carcinoma. Thoracic drainage, lavage and systemic administration of antibiotics improved his empyema. As there were no malignant cells in the drainage fluid, right middle-lower bilobectomy, empyemal cavity resection and lymph node dissection were performed. The bronchial stump was covered with an intercostal muscle flap. Thoracic drainage, lavage and systemic administration of antibiotics were performed for 6 days following the operation. The patient was discharged on the 27th postoperative day without any complications having developed. The pathological diagnosis of the tumor was p-T4N2(#7)M0, stage IIIB, br(-), ly(+), v(+), p3(pleura), pm1 and d0. He died of recurrence at home 18 months after the operation. We believe the following to be the minimum requirements for surgical management of such patients: (1) immediate thoracic cavity drainage and lavage with systemic antibiotic therapy, aiming at infection control before surgery; (2) prophylactic lavage of the thoracic cavity during and after surgery and (3) coverage of the bronchial stump with an adequate flap. Six reported cases of primary lung cancer with preoperative empyema are also discussed.  (+info)

Empyema is a medical condition characterized by the accumulation of pus in a body cavity, most commonly in the pleural space surrounding the lungs. It is usually caused by a bacterial infection that spreads from the lung tissue to the pleural space. The buildup of pus can cause chest pain, cough, fever, and difficulty breathing. Empyema can be a complication of pneumonia or other respiratory infections, and it may require treatment with antibiotics, drainage of the pus, and sometimes surgery.

Empyema is a collection of pus in a body cavity. Pleural empyema refers to the presence of pus in the pleural space, which is the thin fluid-filled space that surrounds the lungs. This condition usually develops as a complication of pneumonia or lung infection, and it can cause symptoms such as chest pain, cough, fever, and difficulty breathing. Treatment typically involves antibiotics to treat the underlying infection, as well as drainage of the pus from the pleural space through procedures such as thoracentesis or chest tube placement. In severe cases, surgery may be necessary to remove the infected pleura and prevent recurrence.

Empyema subdural is a medical condition characterized by the presence of pus (purulent material) in the potential space between the dura mater and the arachnoid membrane of the brain. This space is called the subdural space. Empyema subdural can result from an infection that spreads from nearby areas such as the skull, face, or sinuses, or it can occur as a complication of neurosurgical procedures.

The symptoms of empyema subdural may include headache, altered mental status, fever, seizures, and neurological deficits depending on the severity and location of the infection. Diagnosis is usually made with the help of imaging studies such as CT or MRI scans, and treatment typically involves surgical drainage of the pus along with antibiotic therapy to eliminate the underlying infection. If left untreated, empyema subdural can lead to serious complications such as brain abscess, meningitis, or even death.

Tuberculous empyema is a specific type of empyema, which is a collection of pus in the pleural space (the space between the lungs and the chest wall). It is caused by the Mycobacterium tuberculosis bacterium, which is the same bacterium that causes tuberculosis (TB) of the lungs.

In tuberculous empyema, the bacteria spread from the lungs to the pleural space, where they cause an infection and inflammation. This can lead to the accumulation of pus and the development of a chronic empyema. Symptoms may include chest pain, cough, fever, and difficulty breathing. Treatment typically involves a prolonged course of multiple antibiotics to kill the bacteria, as well as drainage of the pus from the pleural space. In some cases, surgery may be necessary to remove the infected tissue and prevent recurrence.

Thoracostomy is a surgical procedure that involves the creation of an opening into the chest cavity to relieve excessive pressure, drain fluid or air accumulation, or provide access for surgery. It is commonly performed to treat conditions such as pneumothorax (collapsed lung), hemothorax (blood in the chest cavity), pleural effusion (excess fluid in the pleural space), and empyema (pus in the pleural space).

During a thoracostomy, a healthcare professional makes an incision on the chest wall and inserts a tube called a thoracostomy tube or chest tube. The tube is connected to a drainage system that helps remove the air, fluid, or blood from the chest cavity. This procedure can be performed as an emergency treatment or as a planned surgical intervention.

The medical definition of thoracostomy includes the following key components:

1. A surgical procedure
2. Involving the creation of an opening
3. Into the chest cavity (thorax)
4. To relieve pressure, drain fluids or air, or provide access for surgery
5. Often performed with the insertion of a thoracostomy tube or chest tube
6. Used to treat various conditions related to the pleural space and lungs

Pleural effusion is a medical condition characterized by the abnormal accumulation of fluid in the pleural space, which is the thin, fluid-filled space that surrounds the lungs and lines the inside of the chest wall. This space typically contains a small amount of fluid to allow for smooth movement of the lungs during breathing. However, when an excessive amount of fluid accumulates, it can cause symptoms such as shortness of breath, coughing, and chest pain.

Pleural effusions can be caused by various underlying medical conditions, including pneumonia, heart failure, cancer, pulmonary embolism, and autoimmune disorders. The fluid that accumulates in the pleural space can be transudative or exudative, depending on the cause of the effusion. Transudative effusions are caused by increased pressure in the blood vessels or decreased protein levels in the blood, while exudative effusions are caused by inflammation, infection, or cancer.

Diagnosis of pleural effusion typically involves a physical examination, chest X-ray, and analysis of the fluid in the pleural space. Treatment depends on the underlying cause of the effusion and may include medications, drainage of the fluid, or surgery.

Pleural diseases refer to conditions that affect the pleura, which is the thin, double-layered membrane that surrounds the lungs and lines the inside of the chest wall. The space between these two layers contains a small amount of fluid that helps the lungs move smoothly during breathing. Pleural diseases can cause inflammation, infection, or abnormal collections of fluid in the pleural space, leading to symptoms such as chest pain, cough, and difficulty breathing.

Some common examples of pleural diseases include:

1. Pleurisy: Inflammation of the pleura that causes sharp chest pain, often worsened by breathing or coughing.
2. Pleural effusion: An abnormal accumulation of fluid in the pleural space, which can be caused by various underlying conditions such as heart failure, pneumonia, cancer, or autoimmune disorders.
3. Empyema: A collection of pus in the pleural space, usually resulting from a bacterial infection.
4. Pleural thickening: Scarring and hardening of the pleura, which can restrict lung function and cause breathlessness.
5. Mesothelioma: A rare form of cancer that affects the pleura, often caused by exposure to asbestos.
6. Pneumothorax: A collection of air in the pleural space, which can result from trauma or a rupture of the lung tissue.

Proper diagnosis and treatment of pleural diseases require a thorough evaluation by a healthcare professional, often involving imaging tests such as chest X-rays or CT scans, as well as fluid analysis or biopsy if necessary.

Drainage, in medical terms, refers to the removal of excess fluid or accumulated collections of fluids from various body parts or spaces. This is typically accomplished through the use of medical devices such as catheters, tubes, or drains. The purpose of drainage can be to prevent the buildup of fluids that may cause discomfort, infection, or other complications, or to treat existing collections of fluid such as abscesses, hematomas, or pleural effusions. Drainage may also be used as a diagnostic tool to analyze the type and composition of the fluid being removed.

Chest tubes are medical devices that are inserted into the chest cavity to drain fluid, air, or blood. They are typically used to treat conditions such as pneumothorax (collapsed lung), hemothorax (blood in the chest cavity), pleural effusion (excess fluid in the chest cavity), and chylothorax (milky fluid in the chest cavity).

Chest tubes are usually inserted between the ribs and directed into the chest cavity, allowing for drainage of the affected area. The tubes are connected to a collection system that creates negative pressure, which helps to remove the air or fluid from the chest cavity.

The size and number of chest tubes used may vary depending on the severity and location of the condition being treated. Chest tubes are typically removed once the underlying condition has been resolved and the drainage has decreased to a minimal amount.

Thoracic surgery, video-assisted (VATS) is a minimally invasive surgical technique used to diagnose and treat various conditions related to the chest cavity, including the lungs, pleura, mediastinum, esophagus, and diaphragm. In VATS, a thoracoscope, a type of endoscope with a camera and light source, is inserted through small incisions in the chest wall to provide visualization of the internal structures. The surgeon then uses specialized instruments to perform the necessary surgical procedures, such as biopsies, lung resections, or esophageal repairs. Compared to traditional open thoracic surgery, VATS typically results in less postoperative pain, shorter hospital stays, and quicker recoveries for patients.

A bronchial fistula is an abnormal connection or passage between the bronchial tree (the airways in the lungs) and the surrounding tissues, such as the pleural space (the space between the lungs and the chest wall), blood vessels, or other organs. This condition can result from various causes, including lung injury, infection, surgery, or certain diseases such as cancer or tuberculosis.

Bronchial fistulas can lead to symptoms like coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath, and chest pain. They may also cause air leaks, pneumothorax (collapsed lung), or chronic infections. Treatment for bronchial fistulas depends on the underlying cause and severity of the condition but often involves surgical repair or closure of the abnormal connection.

The pleura is the medical term for the double-layered serous membrane that surrounds the lungs and lines the inside of the chest cavity. The two layers of the pleura are called the parietal pleura, which lines the chest cavity, and the visceral pleura, which covers the surface of the lungs.

The space between these two layers is called the pleural cavity, which contains a small amount of lubricating fluid that allows the lungs to move smoothly within the chest during breathing. The main function of the pleura is to protect the lungs and facilitate their movement during respiration.

Thoracotomy is a surgical procedure that involves making an incision on the chest wall to gain access to the thoracic cavity, which contains the lungs, heart, esophagus, trachea, and other vital organs. The incision can be made on the side (lateral thoracotomy), back (posterolateral thoracotomy), or front (median sternotomy) of the chest wall, depending on the specific surgical indication.

Thoracotomy is performed for various indications, including lung biopsy, lung resection, esophagectomy, heart surgery, and mediastinal mass removal. The procedure allows the surgeon to directly visualize and access the organs within the thoracic cavity, perform necessary procedures, and control bleeding if needed.

After the procedure, the incision is typically closed with sutures or staples, and a chest tube may be placed to drain any accumulated fluid or air from the pleural space around the lungs. The patient will require postoperative care and monitoring in a hospital setting until their condition stabilizes.

Thoracoplasty is a surgical procedure that involves the removal or collapse of one or more ribs and the attached muscles from the chest wall. This procedure is typically performed to correct a deformity or to remove infected tissue in the chest cavity, such as in cases of chronic empyema (a collection of pus in the pleural space) or tuberculosis.

The removal of ribs can also help to reduce the size of an overexpanded lung, which can occur due to conditions like COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) or a bronchopleural fistula (an abnormal connection between the airways and the pleural space). Thoracoplasty can also be used for cosmetic purposes, such as in the treatment of pectus excavatum (a deformity where the breastbone is sunken into the chest).

A lung abscess is a localized collection of pus in the lung parenchyma caused by an infectious process, often due to bacterial infection. It's characterized by necrosis and liquefaction of pulmonary tissue, resulting in a cavity filled with purulent material. The condition can develop as a complication of community-acquired or nosocomial pneumonia, aspiration of oral secretions containing anaerobic bacteria, septic embolism, or contiguous spread from a nearby infected site.

Symptoms may include cough with foul-smelling sputum, chest pain, fever, weight loss, and fatigue. Diagnosis typically involves imaging techniques such as chest X-ray or CT scan, along with microbiological examination of the sputum to identify the causative organism(s). Treatment often includes antibiotic therapy tailored to the identified pathogen(s), as well as supportive care such as bronchoscopy, drainage, or surgery in severe cases.

Thoracoscopy is a surgical procedure in which a thoracoscope, a type of endoscope, is inserted through a small incision between the ribs to examine the lungs and pleural space (the space surrounding the lungs). It allows the surgeon to directly view the chest cavity, take biopsies, and perform various operations. This procedure is often used in the diagnosis and treatment of pleural effusions, lung cancer, and other chest conditions.

A fistula is an abnormal connection or passage between two organs, vessels, or body parts that usually do not connect. It can form as a result of injury, infection, surgery, or disease. A fistula can occur anywhere in the body but commonly forms in the digestive system, genital area, or urinary system. The symptoms and treatment options for a fistula depend on its location and underlying cause.

A respiratory tract fistula is an abnormal connection or passage between the respiratory tract (which includes the nose, throat, windpipe, and lungs) and another organ or structure, such as the skin, digestive tract, or blood vessels. This condition can lead to complications such as air leakage, infection, and difficulty breathing. The causes of respiratory tract fistulas vary and can include trauma, surgery, infection, or cancer. Treatment depends on the location and severity of the fistula and may involve surgical repair, antibiotics, or other therapies.

The pleural cavity is the potential space between the visceral and parietal pleura, which are the two membranes that surround the lungs. The visceral pleura covers the outside of the lungs, while the parietal pleura lines the inside of the chest wall. Under normal conditions, these two layers are in contact with each other, and the space between them is virtually nonexistent. However, when air, fluid or inflammation accumulates within this space, it results in the formation of a pleural effusion, which can cause discomfort and difficulty breathing.

A pneumonectomy is a surgical procedure in which an entire lung is removed. This type of surgery is typically performed as a treatment for certain types of lung cancer, although it may also be used to treat other conditions such as severe damage or infection in the lung that does not respond to other treatments. The surgery requires general anesthesia and can be quite complex, with potential risks including bleeding, infection, pneumonia, and air leaks. Recovery from a pneumonectomy can take several weeks, and patients may require ongoing rehabilitation to regain strength and mobility.

Instillation, in the context of drug administration, refers to the process of introducing a medication or therapeutic agent into a body cavity or onto a mucous membrane surface using gentle, steady pressure. This is typically done with the help of a device such as an eyedropper, pipette, or catheter. The goal is to ensure that the drug is distributed evenly over the surface or absorbed through the mucous membrane for localized or systemic effects. Instillation can be used for various routes of administration including ocular (eye), nasal, auricular (ear), vaginal, and intra-articular (joint space) among others. The choice of instillation as a route of administration depends on the drug's properties, the desired therapeutic effect, and the patient's overall health status.

Hemothorax is a medical condition characterized by the presence of blood in the pleural space, which is the area between the lungs and the chest wall. This accumulation of blood can occur due to various reasons such as trauma, rupture of a blood vessel, or complications from lung or heart surgery.

The buildup of blood in the pleural space can cause the affected lung to collapse, leading to symptoms such as shortness of breath, chest pain, and cough. In severe cases, hemothorax can be life-threatening if not promptly diagnosed and treated. Treatment options may include chest tube drainage, blood transfusion, or surgery, depending on the severity and underlying cause of the condition.

A gastric fistula is an abnormal connection or passage between the stomach and another organ or the skin surface. This condition can occur as a result of complications from surgery, injury, infection, or certain diseases such as cancer. Symptoms may include persistent drainage from the site of the fistula, pain, malnutrition, and infection. Treatment typically involves surgical repair of the fistula and management of any underlying conditions.

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Tunneled Pleural Catheters for Patients With Chronic Pleural Infection and Nonexpandable Lung. J Bronchology Interv Pulmonol. ... Protocol-driven Antibiotic Treatment of Pediatric Empyema After Fibrinolysis. Pediatr Infect Dis J. 2021 01; 40(1):44-48. ... Surgical creation of an opening (stoma) into the chest cavity for drainage; used in the treatment of pleural effusion, ... A Man with Biliary Sepsis and an Enlarging Pleural Effusion. Ann Am Thorac Soc. 2019 04; 16(4):496-498. ...
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Four months later, the patient underwent pleural drainage due to empyema. Pleural biopsy revealed pleural aspergillosis. In ... We report two cases of empyema as a complication of the percutaneous instillation of antifungal drugs for pulmonary and pleural ... Six months later, the patient was found to have an Aspergillus empyema with a bronchopleural fistula. Case 2 with pulmonary and ... Empyema Following the Percutaneous Instillation of Antifungal Agents in Patients with Aspergillosis ...
  • It is one of the various kinds of pleural effusion. (wikipedia.org)
  • The initial investigations for suspected empyema remains chest X-ray, although it cannot differentiate an empyema from uninfected parapneumonic effusion. (wikipedia.org)
  • Ultrasound must be used to confirm the presence of a pleural fluid collection and can be used to estimate the size of the effusion, differentiate between free and loculated pleural fluid and guide thoracocentesis if necessary. (wikipedia.org)
  • The most often used "golden" criteria for empyema are pleural effusion with macroscopic presence of pus, a positive Gram stain or culture of pleural fluid, or a pleural fluid pH under 7.2 with normal peripheral blood pH. (wikipedia.org)
  • Clinical guidelines for adult patients therefore advocate diagnostic pleural fluid aspiration in patients with pleural effusion in association with sepsis or pneumonic illness. (wikipedia.org)
  • Because pleural effusion in the pediatric population is almost always parapneumonic and the need for chest tube drainage can be made on clinical grounds, British guidelines for the management of pleural infection in children do not recommend diagnostic pleural fluid sampling. (wikipedia.org)
  • Parapneumonic pleural effusions are classified into three broad groups based on fluid characteristics, which, in turn, provides a reflection on both the severity and natural history of the pleural effusion. (medscape.com)
  • Virtually any type of pneumonia (eg, bacterial, viral, atypical) can be associated with a parapneumonic pleural effusion. (medscape.com)
  • VATS decortications for empyema thoracis, complex effusion, haemothorax yields better results than open decortications. (banglajol.info)
  • Decreased tactile fremitus and dullness on chest percussion may result from parapneumonic effusion or empyema. (medscape.com)
  • We analyzed blood and pleural fluid samples from 89 Taiwanese children with empyema thoracis and parapneumonic pleural effusion. (tmu.edu.tw)
  • Multiloculated right sided pleural effusion with pleural thickening and enhancement. (medicalimages.com)
  • Testing is used to diagnose the cause of an abnormal buildup of pleural fluid, which is called a pleural effusion. (testing.com)
  • The purpose of testing pleural fluid is to determine the cause of a pleural effusion. (testing.com)
  • A pleural effusion occurs when excess fluid collects in the area between the lungs and the tissue that covers the lungs, known as the pleural space. (testing.com)
  • While it is normal to have a small amount of fluid in the pleural space, a pleural effusion involves an abnormal buildup of fluid that can disrupt breathing and trigger other symptoms. (testing.com)
  • Pleural fluid testing plays an important role in diagnosing the reason why a pleural effusion has occurred. (testing.com)
  • Many different health conditions can cause a pleural effusion, and identifying the underlying cause through pleural fluid testing can help guide treatment. (testing.com)
  • Pleural fluid testing is normally ordered if you are found to have a pleural effusion, which is usually after an x-ray, CT scan, or ultrasound shows a large buildup of fluid in the pleural space. (testing.com)
  • The chest radiograph, CT and thoracic ultrasound revealed a left-sided pleural effusion. (bmj.com)
  • used in the treatment of pleural effusion, pneumothorax, hemothorax and empyema. (harvard.edu)
  • Healthcare Costs and Utilization among Patients Hospitalized for Malignant Pleural Effusion. (harvard.edu)
  • A Man with Biliary Sepsis and an Enlarging Pleural Effusion. (harvard.edu)
  • Pleural effusion affects 95% of patients with MPM and often causes significant dyspnoea. (bmj.com)
  • Pleural effusion is a buildup of fluid in the pleural space. (mountsinai.org)
  • In a person with parapneumonic pleural effusion, the fluid buildup is caused by pneumonia . (mountsinai.org)
  • Pneumonia, most commonly from bacteria, causes parapneumonic pleural effusion. (mountsinai.org)
  • Contact your provider if you have symptoms of pleural effusion. (mountsinai.org)
  • DelveInsight's "Pleural Effusion Market Insights, Epidemiology, and Market Forecast-2032" report delivers an in-depth understanding of the Pleural Effusion, historical and forecasted epidemiology as well as the Pleural Effusion market trends in the United States, EU5 (Germany, Spain, Italy, France, and the United Kingdom) and Japan. (abnewswire.com)
  • The Key Companies working in the Pleural Effusion market include Lung Therapeutics, Inc., Clover Biopharmaceuticals, and many others. (abnewswire.com)
  • A pleural effusion is an accumulation of excessive fluid in the pleural space, the potential space that surrounds each lung. (abnewswire.com)
  • The estimated prevalence of pleural effusion is 320 cases per 100,000 people in industrialized countries, with a distribution of etiologies related to the prevalence of underlying diseases. (abnewswire.com)
  • Males are more commonly affected with tuberculous pleural effusion than females. (abnewswire.com)
  • The Pleural Effusion market outlook of the report helps to build a detailed comprehension of the historic, current, and forecasted Pleural Effusion market trends by analyzing the impact of current Pleural Effusion therapies on the market, unmet needs, drivers and barriers, and demand for better technology. (abnewswire.com)
  • The calculated Pleural Effusion market data are presented with relevant tables and graphs to give a clear view of the market at first sight. (abnewswire.com)
  • According to DelveInsight, the Pleural Effusion market in 7MM is expected to witness a major change in the study period 2019-2032. (abnewswire.com)
  • Malignant pleural effusion (MPE) is a common problem for patients with metastatic cancer. (cancer.org.au)
  • Verma et al, investigated whether the addition of a Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitor (TKI) against Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor (EGFR) in patients with a malignant pleural effusion is more successful in preventing pleural fluid re-accumulation following initial drainage. (cancer.org.au)
  • There was no significant difference in effusion-progression-free survival (p=0.31), and no difference in time to pleural fluid recurrence (p=0.59). (cancer.org.au)
  • Can suspicion for malignancy improve the indication of video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) in patients with pleural effusion of unknown cause? (ers-education.org)
  • In this review, we will discuss the diagnostic and therapeutic aspects of thoracoscopy in patients with pleural effusion. (ersjournals.com)
  • The flow chart of the work-up of pleural effusion is presented in figure 1 . (ersjournals.com)
  • The diagnostic work-up of pleural effusion. (ersjournals.com)
  • In the past, it has been stated that a malignant pleural effusion can also occur as a transudate [ 7 ]. (ersjournals.com)
  • In patients with pleural effusion, a blind biopsy of the parietal pleura can be obtained. (ersjournals.com)
  • Simple pleural effusions occur in up to 40% of bacterial pneumonias. (wikipedia.org)
  • Pleural effusions are a common finding in patients with pneumonia. (medscape.com)
  • Complicated parapneumonic effusions: These occur as a result of bacterial invasion into the pleural space that leads to an increased number of neutrophils, decreased glucose levels, pleural fluid acidosis, and an elevated lactic dehydrogenase (LDH) concentration. (medscape.com)
  • These effusions often are sterile because bacteria are usually cleared rapidly from the pleural space. (medscape.com)
  • However, the relative incidence of parapneumonic pleural effusions varies with the organism. (medscape.com)
  • Viral pneumonia and Mycoplasma pneumonia cause small pleural effusions in 20% of patients. (medscape.com)
  • Bacteriologic features of culture-positive parapneumonic pleural effusions have changed over time. (medscape.com)
  • Pleural effusions are accumulations of fluid within the pleural space. (msdmanuals.com)
  • Yellow nail syndrome is a rare disorder causing chronic exudative pleural effusions, lymphedema, and dystrophic yellow nails-all thought to be the result of impaired lymphatic drainage. (msdmanuals.com)
  • Current clinical practices for MPM effusions are derived from 'generic' studies of malignant pleural effusions based predominantly on patients with metastatic (lung, breast, gynaecological and gastrointestinal) carcinomas. (bmj.com)
  • Pleural effusions. (mountsinai.org)
  • What is the optimal management of malignant pleural effusions? (cancer.org.au)
  • Clinical question:What is the optimal management of malignant pleural effusions? (cancer.org.au)
  • Thoracoscopy has a place in the diagnosis and treatment of other diseases, such as pneumothorax, palmary hyperhidrosis and empyema. (ersjournals.com)
  • Empyema is a collection of pus in the space between the lung and the inner surface of the chest wall (pleural space). (medlineplus.gov)
  • Empyema is usually caused by an infection that spreads directly from the lung. (medlineplus.gov)
  • When empyema complicates pneumonia, the risk for permanent lung damage and death goes up. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Prompt and effective treatment of lung infections may prevent some cases of empyema. (medlineplus.gov)
  • It demonstrates a lobulated pleural soft tissue mass, encasing the right lung. (medicalimages.com)
  • The disease is usually caused by the local spread of infection from a pneumonia or lung abscess but may be caused by organisms brought to the pleural space via the blood or lymphatic system or an abscess extending upward from below the diaphragm. (tabers.com)
  • Fibrinous adhesions may fill the pleural space and inhibit lung expansion. (tabers.com)
  • Tunneled Pleural Catheters for Patients With Chronic Pleural Infection and Nonexpandable Lung. (harvard.edu)
  • An empyema is an infection of the inside of the chest cavity, between the lung and the membrane that surrounds it (pleural space). (massgeneral.org)
  • The pleural space is the area between the layers of the tissue lining the lung and the chest cavity. (mountsinai.org)
  • Excess fluid within the pleural space can impair inspiration by upsetting the functional vacuum and hydrostatically increasing the resistance against lung expansion, resulting in a fully or partially collapsed lung. (abnewswire.com)
  • In patients with better performance status, repeated simple aspiration may lead to adhesion formation that can in the future make lung expansion and pleural adhesions more difficult or less effective. (cancer.org.au)
  • Complications of pneumococcal pneumonia include empyema (infection of the pleural space), pericarditis (inflammation of the sac surrounding the heart), and endobronchial obstruction with atelectasis and lung abscess formation. (who.int)
  • Trauma may also be complicated by infection of the pleural space. (medscape.com)
  • It should however be noted that the micro-organism responsible for development of empyema is not necessarily the same as the organism causing the pneumonia, especially in adults. (wikipedia.org)
  • Currently, empyema thoracis is most often associated with aspiration pneumonia with mixed bacterial florae containing aerobic and anaerobic bacteria. (medscape.com)
  • Although most people with pneumonia do not need invasive therapy, it may be seldom necessary in people with abscesses, empyema, or certain other complications. (adam.com)
  • Pleural empyema - treatment strategies in light of etiology]. (nih.gov)
  • The fluid is obtained by inserting a needle into the pleural space, a procedure known as thoracentesis. (testing.com)
  • The procedure to obtain a sample of pleural fluid is known as thoracentesis, and it involves inserting a thin needle into the pleural space to withdraw a small amount of fluid. (testing.com)
  • Empyema may be diagnosed indirectly by chest x-rays, computerized tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, or definitively by thoracentesis (insertion of a large-bore needle into the pleural space). (tabers.com)
  • The latter is referred to as an empyema or empyema thoracis. (medscape.com)
  • Empyema thoracis: This develops as frank pus accumulates in the pleural space. (medscape.com)
  • Empyema thoracis has been recognized as a serious problem for centuries. (medscape.com)
  • More recently, video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) has played a major role in the treatment of patients with empyema thoracis. (medscape.com)
  • [ 2 ] Increasingly, empyema thoracis is a complication of previous surgery, which accounts for 30% of cases. (medscape.com)
  • VATS debridement and decortication is safe and effective treatment in the management of empyema thoracis. (banglajol.info)
  • Factors associated with recurrent bacterial empyema thoracis. (bvsalud.org)
  • Empyema thoracis (ET) is one of the common thoracic diseases frequently found in developing countries . (bvsalud.org)
  • Pleural empyema as seen on ultrasound Pleural empyema as seen on ultrasound Pleural empyema as seen on ultrasound Pleural empyema as seen on ultrasound Proven empyema (as defined by the "golden" criteria mentioned earlier) is an indication for prompt chest tube drainage. (wikipedia.org)
  • In 1876, Hewitt described a method of closed drainage of the chest in which a rubber tube was placed into the empyema cavity to drain via a water seal drainage method. (medscape.com)
  • This is a procedure in which a needle is inserted through the chest wall to remove fluid in the pleural space for medical diagnosis or treatment. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Symptomatic transudates and most exudates require thoracentesis, chest tube drainage, and definitive pleural management (indwelling pleural catheter, talc pleurodesis, thoracic surgery, or a combination). (msdmanuals.com)
  • Pleural empyema is a collection of pus in the pleural cavity caused by microorganisms, usually bacteria. (wikipedia.org)
  • The pleural cavity is the space, when it occurs, between the parietal and the visceral pleura. (britannica.com)
  • Few data exist on the pleurodesis outcome in patients with malignant pleural mesothelioma (MPM). (bmj.com)
  • Malignant pleural mesothelioma (MPM) kills one patient every 4 h in the UK. (bmj.com)
  • The pus is seen after thoracentesis or any drainage procedure of the pleural space and is generally characterized as thick, viscous, and opaque. (medscape.com)
  • In rare cases, empyema can occur after thoracentesis . (medlineplus.gov)
  • When thoracentesis is done for pleural fluid testing, it is called diagnostic thoracentesis. (testing.com)
  • Thoracentesis and pleural fluid analysis are often required to determine cause. (msdmanuals.com)
  • Video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) has revolutionized surgical management of patients with empyema. (banglajol.info)
  • Video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) has become the standard treatment method for pleural empyema's surgical treatment. (tgcd.org.tr)
  • and (3) the need for pleural interventions in patients who failed pleurodesis. (bmj.com)
  • At a 3 month analysis, repeat aspirations are cheaper than tunnelled pleural catheters, followed by bedside pleurodesis and thoracoscopic pleurodesis. (cancer.org.au)
  • At 12 months, bedside pleurodesis is cheaper than tunnelled pleural catheter followed by thoracoscopic pleurodesis and repeated aspirations. (cancer.org.au)
  • In the early 20th century, surgical therapies for empyema (eg, thoracoplasty, decortication) were introduced. (medscape.com)
  • Thoracoscopic management of empyema includes VATS debridement and decortication. (banglajol.info)
  • Decortication and early thoracoplasty in patients who had persistent pleural space should be considered. (bvsalud.org)
  • The awareness that the Actinomyces species and the Fusobacterium species through their synergistic interaction may cause empyema, may lead to a timely diagnosis and treatment. (bmj.com)
  • Streptococcus pneumoniae , Staphylococcus aureus , and Klebsiella pneumoniae are the most common pathogens, but anaerobic organisms also can cause empyema. (tabers.com)
  • In approximately 500 BCE, Hippocrates recommended treating empyema with open drainage. (medscape.com)
  • Our data indicate that uniportal VATS was superior to biportal VATS for the treatment of empyema in terms of postoperative pain and drainage. (tgcd.org.tr)
  • The patient was treated with a drainage of the pleural fluid, a prolonged course of antibiotics and made a good recovery. (bmj.com)
  • It leads to a buildup of pus in the pleural space. (medlineplus.gov)
  • A health care provider can explain which test components were ordered and the purpose of each component in evaluating the cause of an abnormal buildup of pleural fluid. (testing.com)
  • Clinical characteristics, surgical procedure , and persistent pleural spaces were independent prognostic factors for ET recurrence in this study. (bvsalud.org)
  • VATS debridement has been employed by many centres as the primary treatment option for early-stage empyema. (banglajol.info)
  • A total of 73 patients who underwent VATS for empyema in our clinic between January 2017 and October 2020 were retrospectively evaluated. (tgcd.org.tr)
  • Thoracoscopy is an old but still very valuable technique for the evaluation of pleural pathology and, especially for the further investigation of the aetiology of pleural fluid. (ersjournals.com)
  • In this review, the differential diagnostic aspects of transudate versus exudate are further elaborated, and the role of thoracoscopy is compared to closed pleural biopsy and image guided biopsy. (ersjournals.com)
  • Today, thoracoscopy is still a valuable tool in the diagnosis and treatment of pleural diseases. (ersjournals.com)
  • When there is inflammation at the pleural space, fluid is produced at a greater level. (wikipedia.org)
  • Laboratory studies indicate that preexisting pleural fluid is required for the development of an empyema because empyema is not seen after direct inoculation into a "dry" pleural space. (medscape.com)
  • In the absence of trauma or surgery, the infecting organism may spread from blood or other organs into the pleural space. (medscape.com)
  • Pleural fluid is found in the thin space between the lungs and the tissue covering the lungs. (testing.com)
  • the pleural space. (tabers.com)
  • Withdrawal of fluid from the pleural space provides material for a culture and sensitivity test of the organism and helps the infection resolve. (tabers.com)
  • Another needle with a very wide bore (12 or 14 g) is then used to withdraw fluid from the pleural space. (tabers.com)
  • The fluid enters the pleural space from systemic capillaries in the parietal pleurae and exits via parietal pleural stomas and lymphatics. (msdmanuals.com)
  • Pleural fluid accumulates when too much fluid enters or too little exits the pleural space. (msdmanuals.com)
  • Suppurative inflammation of the pleural space. (bvsalud.org)
  • The treatment of empyema remained essentially unchanged until the middle of the 19th century. (medscape.com)
  • Protocol-driven Antibiotic Treatment of Pediatric Empyema After Fibrinolysis. (harvard.edu)
  • The Division of Thoracic Surgery offers treatment for empyema. (massgeneral.org)
  • A 66-year-old female patient undergoing metronidazole treatment for pleural empyema was admitted to our institution after her second episode of seizure. (karger.com)
  • Contact your provider if you develop symptoms of empyema. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Empyema due to actinomycosis is relatively rare and can be difficult to diagnose as the presenting symptoms may be indolent and the micro-organism may be difficult to culture. (bmj.com)
  • It has been shown that culture yield can be increased from 44% to 69% if pleural fluid is injected into blood culture bottles (aerobic and anaerobic) immediately after aspiration. (wikipedia.org)
  • The clinical presentation of both the adult and pediatric patient with pleural empyema depends upon several factors, including the causative micro-organism. (wikipedia.org)
  • In a study including 78 children with pleural empyema, the causative micro-organism could be identified using direct culture of fresh pleural fluid in 45% of patients, with an additional 28% using PCR on pleural fluid of negative cultures. (wikipedia.org)
  • In the case of a proven exudate with non-conclusive cytology after (repeated) thoracocenthesis, an additional procedure to obtain pleural histology tissue is the next step. (ersjournals.com)
  • As the disease progresses, bacteria can arrive at the fluid, which created an empyema. (wikipedia.org)
  • A culture test places a sample of the pleural fluid in a dish in the laboratory where it is left for a period of days to see if any bacteria or fungi grow. (testing.com)
  • As already mentioned before, sensitivity of pleural fluid culture is generally low, often partly due to prior administration of antibiotics. (wikipedia.org)
  • Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug without Antibiotics for Acute Viral Infection Increases the Empyema Risk in Children: A Matched Case-Control Study. (sciencemediacentre.org)
  • Under normal conditions, pleural fluid is secreted by the parietal pleural capillaries at a rate of 0.6 milliliter per kilogram weight per hour and is cleared by lymphatic absorption leaving behind only 5-15 milliliters of fluid, which helps to maintain a functional vacuum between the parietal and visceral pleurae. (abnewswire.com)
  • Pneumococcal antigen detection in pleural fluid samples by latex agglutination can also be useful for rapid diagnosis of pneumococcal empyema. (wikipedia.org)