Clinical profile, etiology, and management of hydropneumothorax: An Indian experience

Conclusion: Most patients presented with symptoms and signs of cardiorespiratory distress along with cough, anorexia, and weight loss. Extensive pleural fluid analysis is essential in establishing etiological diagnosis. TB is the most common etiology. ICD for long duration with antimicrobial chemotherapy is the management.
Source: Lung India - Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Source Type: research