Chylous effusion

Definition

A chylothorax (chylous effusion) signifies leakage of chyle from the thoracic duct. A pleural fluid triglyceride concentration of more than 110 mg per decilitre signifies a high likelihood of chylothorax, whereas a triglyceride concentration below 50 mg per decilitre makes chylothorax highly unlikely.

Inclusions

• Chyliform effusion

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