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Imaging recommendation · Chest

Pleural effusion, evaluation

Recommended: Chest X-ray + Ultrasound (for thoracentesis guidance) is the preferred imaging study for pleural effusion, evaluation. US characterizes loculation, fibrin strands, septations and guides safe drainage.

Recommended study

Chest X-ray + Ultrasound (for thoracentesis guidance)

US No contrast Preferred Chest Acute inpatientOutpatient Reviewed

US characterizes loculation, fibrin strands, septations and guides safe drainage.

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