MRCP UK EXAMINATIONS

Detailed explanation-1: -The most common causes of pleural effusion are congestive heart failure, cancer, pneumonia, and pulmonary embolism. Pleural fluid puncture (pleural tap) enables the differentiation of a transudate from an exudate, which remains, at present, the foundation of the further diagnostic work-up.

Detailed explanation-2: -There are two types of pleural effusion: Transudative pleural effusion is caused by fluid leaking into the pleural space. This is from increased pressure in the blood vessels or a low blood protein count. Heart failure is the most common cause.

Detailed explanation-3: -Transudative pleural effusion, most often brought on by congestive heart failure, is caused by increased pressure in the blood vessels or a low blood protein count. The fluid is easily removed with a needle. Exudative effusion is caused by blocked blood or lymph vessels, lung injury, inflammation or tumors.

Detailed explanation-4: -Among the conditions that produce transudative pleural effusion, congestive heart failure is by far the most common. Pulmonary embolism, cirrhosis of the liver with ascites, and the nephrotic syndrome are the other common causes.

Detailed explanation-5: -Heart failure. Pulmonary embolism. Cirrhosis. Post open heart surgery. 18-Dec-2018