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Microfilaria in malignant pleural effusion: An unusual association

Year: 2010

Type: article

Abstract: Lymphatic filariasis is common in tropical countries and is endemic in India. Filariasis presenting with pleural effusion is an unusual presentation. Malignancy in association of filarial pleural effusion is extremely rare. We report a case of a 60-year-old female who presented with chest pain, loss of weight and breathlessness for a few months. Pleural fluid examination revealed malignant cells, along with microfilaria of Wuchereria bancrofti.

Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology

DOI: 10.4103/0255-0857.71833

Authors: SK Singh, Mukta Pujani, Meenu Pujani

Institution: Lady Hardinge Medical College

Language: English

Topic: Parasitic Diseases Research and Treatment

Subfield: Infectious Diseases

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $2,210