Chylothorax

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Chylothorax

Chylothorax (/kaɪloʊˈθɔːræks/; from the Greek words chylos, meaning "juice", and thorax, meaning "chest") is a type of pleural effusion in which lymphatic fluid, or chyle, accumulates in the pleural cavity surrounding the lungs.

Causes

Chylothorax can be caused by a variety of conditions, most commonly trauma or malignancy. Other causes include lymphatic obstruction, congenital disorders, and infections.

Symptoms

Symptoms of chylothorax may include dyspnea (shortness of breath), cough, chest pain, and weight loss.

Diagnosis

Diagnosis of chylothorax typically involves imaging studies such as chest X-ray or CT scan, as well as analysis of the pleural fluid.

Treatment

Treatment for chylothorax may involve drainage of the pleural fluid, dietary modifications, and in some cases, surgery.

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