Pleural sinography in the management of thoracic empyema. A study of 52 cases.
Pleural sinography is indicated in the management of empyema thoracis. The factors influencing the successful completion and interpretation of this procedure are discussed. A retrospective study of 86 sinograms from 52 patients with pleural empyema was undertaken to identify how the information obtained influenced management decisions and affected therapy. Pleural sinography is a valuable study within the limitations of correct performance and interpretation.
D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D004322:Drainage; D004653:Empyema / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging* / Q000601:surgery; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D013902:Radiography, Thoracic / Q000379:methods