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Imaging in pleural amyloidosis: A diagnostic challenge.

Authors :
Hamakawa, Masamitsu
Ishida, Tadashi
Source :
Respirology Case Reports. Feb2024, Vol. 12 Issue 2, p1-3. 3p.
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

Key message: Pleural amyloidosis does not present with specific imaging findings and is difficult to diagnose unless pleural biopsy is performed. However, distinguishing pleural amyloidosis from malignant disease is important and biopsy should be performed wherever possible to establish a treatment plan as early as possible. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
20513380
Volume :
12
Issue :
2
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Respirology Case Reports
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
175638932
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1002/rcr2.1289