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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Prince Tano Djan, BSc, MBChB [2]

Synonyms and keywords: Empyema thoracis, Thoracic empyema, Pyothorax; Empyema - plural; Pleurisy - purulent

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History and Symptoms | Physical Examination | Laboratory Findings | Chest X Ray | ECG | CT | MRI | Ultrasound | Other Imaging Findings | Other Diagnostic Studies

Treatment

Medical Therapy | Surgery | Prevention | Cost-Effectiveness of Therapy | Future or Investigational Therapies

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