Empyema

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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

Overview

Historical Perspective

Classification

Pathophysiology

Causes

Differentiating Empyema from other Diseases

Epidemiology and Demographic

Risk Factors

Screening

Natural History, Complications, and Prognosis

History and Symptoms

Physical Examination

Laboratory Findings

Electrocardiogram

Chest X Ray

CT

MRI

Ultrasound

Other Imaging Findings

Other Diagnostic Studies

Medical Therapy

Surgery

Primary Prevention

Secondary Prevention

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