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Review
. 2020 Mar;50(2):467-487.
doi: 10.1016/j.cvsm.2019.10.008. Epub 2019 Dec 5.

Canine and Feline Exudative Pleural Diseases

Steven E Epstein  1 , Ingrid M Balsa  2
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Canine and Feline Exudative Pleural Diseases

Steven E Epstein et al. Vet Clin North Am Small Anim Pract. 2020 Mar.

Abstract

Exudative pleural diseases are a common cause of respiratory distress and systemic illness in dogs and cats. This article covers the pathophysiology, development, and classification of exudative pleural effusions. The most current diagnostic strategies, causes, imaging findings, and medical or surgical treatment options for select diseases are reviewed in detail.

Keywords: Bilothorax; Chylothorax; Hemothorax; Pyothorax.

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