A multidisciplinary approach for the diagnosis of benign asbestos pleural effusion: a single-center experience.

ABSTRACT:

Background

There is little detailed information regarding benign asbestos pleural effusion (BAPE). It is frequently misdiagnosed because of lack of a standardized diagnostic approach and criteria. The present study aimed to better characterize BAPE and outline a diagnostic approach for this disease.

Methods

Complete clinical data of 11 consecutive patients with BAPE were prospectively collected and analysed. A multidisciplinary team (MDT) was involved in discussing the suspected cases of BAPE. The team was comprised of thoracic physicians, radiologists and pathologists. A multidisciplinary practical diagnostic approach for BAPE was introduced.

Results

Six patients had respiratory symptoms, but another 5 were asymptomatic. All the patients had an asbestos exposure and

SUBMITTER: Luo W 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7475600 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature