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Diagnostic Yield of Medical Thoracoscopy in Undiagnosed Pleural Effusion.

Arda Kiani, Atefeh Abedini, Katayoon Samadi, Kambiz Sheikhy, Behrooz Farzanegan, Pour Abdollah M, Hamidreza Jamaati

PubMed · 2015 · 19 citations · 12 references

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In conclusion, pleuroscopy is a safe procedure when performed by a skilled and experienced practitioner; it has a high diagnostic yield and results in only minor complications.

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