In this article we will discuss about the various Causes of Pleural Effusion. So, let’s get started.
Causes
Lung infection such as pneumonia, tuberculosis etc.
Malignancy
Congestive Heart Failure
Trauma
Pulmonary Embolism
Hypoalbuminemia
Liver cirrhosis
Kidney failure
Hypothyroidism
Systemic lupus erythematosus
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Sjorgens syndrome
Nephrotic syndrome
Pancreatitis
Drug induced
Esophageal rupture
Post coronary bypass surgery
Post upper abdominal surgery (postoperative atelectasis)
