Parapneumonic Effusion Versus Pulmonary Empyema in Children: Analysis of Risk Factors and Laboratory Predictors Through a Single Center Experience

<b>Background:</b> Parapneumonic effusion is a common complication of community-acquired pneumonia and can range from a simple inflammatory transudate to an organized purulent collection, known as empyema. Progression to empyema significantly worsens the prognosis, leading to increased m...

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Published in:	Children
Main Authors:	Marta Improta, Francesca Morlino, Roberta Ragucci, Carolina D’Anna, Stefania Muzzica, Vincenzo Tipo, Antonietta Giannattasio, Marco Maglione
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	MDPI AG 2025-08-01
Subjects:	parapneumonic effusion pleural empyema community-acquired pneumonia pleural drainage
Online Access:	https://www.mdpi.com/2227-9067/12/8/1103