5th September 2020

Which of the following is the most appropriate interpretation of a pleural fluid drained from a patient who has a haematocrit at least 50% that of the patient’s venous blood haematocrit?

Pleural fluid is drained from a patient which has a haematocrit at least 50% of the patient’s venous blood haematocrit. What is the most likely diagnosis?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.