The optimum management of patients with parapneumonic effusion and empyema remains uncertain. This article will review the evidence and current opinion on the pathophysiology of this disease, the role of fibrinolytic therapy, and the use of modern surgical techniques.
Journal article
Clin Radiol
09/2006
61
719 - 722
Bacterial Infections, Chest Tubes, Drainage, Humans, Pleural Effusion, Thoracotomy, Thrombolytic Therapy