Point: should pleural manometry be performed routinely during thoracentesis? Yes

Chest. 2012 Apr;141(4):844-845. doi: 10.1378/chest.11-3231.
No abstract available

Publication types

  • Editorial

MeSH terms

  • Diagnostic Tests, Routine
  • Humans
  • Manometry*
  • Paracentesis*
  • Pleural Cavity / physiopathology*
  • Pleural Effusion / surgery
  • Thoracic Surgical Procedures*