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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
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
References
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