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Which of the following causes of pleural effusion leads to an elevated triglyceride and cholesterol level in the pleural
fluid?
Your answer was Chylothorax which is correct
Chylothorax correct answer
Empyema
Congestive cardiac failure
Rheumatoid disease
Pneumonia
Explanation:
A chylothorax is due to lymphatic fluid collecting in the pleural cavity usually secondary to leakage from
thoracic duct. Lymphoma is the most common cause followed by trauma.
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Which of the following leads to low pleural effusion glucose levels?
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