Empyema

Empyema Microchapters
Patient Information
Overview
Classification Subdural empyema Pleural empyema
Differential Diagnosis

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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: Pyothorax; empyema thoracis; Empyema - plural; Pleurisy - purulent

Empyema overview

Empyema historical perspective

Empyema classification

Empyema pathophysiology

Empyema causes

Empyema differentiating empyema from other diseases

Empyema epidemiology and demographics

Empyema risk factors

Empyema screening

Natural History, Complications, and Prognosis

Empyema history and symptoms

Empyema physical examination

Empyema laboratory findings

Empyema electrocardiogram

Empyema chest x ray