Usefulness of the Presence of Trophozoites in Pleural Fluid in the Diagnosis of Amoebic Empyema and Liver Abscess

Parejo-Matos, Juan; Rodríguez-Suárez, Santiago; Luque‐Márquez, Rafael

doi:10.1016/s1579-2129(11)70064-7

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“…In these cases, for amoebas to be detected, PF culture is required [85]. Finding trophozoites in the PF confirms diagnosis, especially if liver abscess culture was negative [87].…”

Section: Liver Diseasesmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Pleural effusion due to nonmalignant gastrointestinal disease

et al. 2022

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Although pleural effusion is a frequent finding in clinical practice, determining its etiology may be challenging, and up to 20% of cases remain undiagnosed. Pleural effusion may occur secondary to a non-malignant gastrointestinal disease. A gastrointestinal origin is confirmed based on a review of the medical history of the patient, and thorough physical examination and abdominal ultrasonography. In this process, it is crucial to correctly interpret findings on pleural fluid obtained by thoracentesis. In the absence of high clinical suspicion, identifying the etiology of this type of effusion may be difficult. Clinical symptoms will be determined by the gastrointestinal process causing PE. In this setting, correct diagnosis relies on the specialist's ability to associate pleural fluid appearance, test for the appropriate biochemical parameters, and determine whether it is necessary or not to send a specimen for culture. The established diagnosis will determine how pleural effusion is approached. Although this clinical condition is self-limited, many cases will require a multidisciplinary approach, as some effusions only resolved with specific therapies.

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“…In these cases, for amoebas to be detected, PF culture is required [85]. Finding trophozoites in the PF confirms diagnosis, especially if liver abscess culture was negative [87].…”

Section: Liver Diseasesmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…In these cases, PF culture is required to detect amoebas [ 85 ]. Finding trophozoites in the PF confirms diagnosis, especially if the liver abscess culture is negative [ 87 ]. The fistula is occasionally hepatobronchial and may cause a pulmonary abscess, with sputum having a similar appearance to that of the PF (anchovy paste).…”

Section: Liver Diseasesmentioning

confidence: 99%