Fibrothorax

Case contributed by Hidayatullah Hamidi
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

History of right side pleural effusion.

Patient Data

Age: 30 years
Gender: Female
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Right side focal thick non-enhancing pleural collection is noted with peripheral and internal calcification.

Fibrotic bands are seen in the underlying lung parenchyma.

Normal-sized calcified mediastinal lymph nodes are also seen.

Case Discussion

The features are likely representing sequela of previous hemothorax/pyothorax. 

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