Ultrasound guided pleural brushing: A new method for obtaining pleural specimen in malignant effusion

Conclusions Ultrasound-guided pleural brushing is a new method for obtaining pleural specimens. It is a simple and relatively safe procedure. This technique provides additional diagnostic yield in malignant pleural effusion. We recommend it beside others in our diagnostic practice for suspicious malignant effusion especially when thoracoscopy is not available.
Source: Egyptian Journal of Chest Diseases and Tuberculosis - Category: Respiratory Medicine Source Type: research