THORAX ABDOMEN AND PELVIS

MEDICAL

PLEURA

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
which medication is not associated with pleural effusions?
A
beta blockers
B
amiodarone
C
phenytoin
D
lovastatin
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Statins intake should be considered as a cause of unexplained lymphocytic pleural effusion, pericardial effusion and megaloblastic anemia. In the view of normal serum folate and B12 levels, the mechanism of Simvastatin-induced megaloblastic anemia needs further evaluation.

Detailed explanation-2: -Results. The most common causes of pleural effusion are congestive heart failure, cancer, pneumonia, and pulmonary embolism.

Detailed explanation-3: -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.

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