Pleural Needle Biopsy
Alternate Names : Closed Pleural Biopsy, Needle Biopsy of the Pleura
Definition The pleura is a thin membrane that lines the lungs and inside of the chest wall. A pleural biopsy involves taking a sample of the pleural tissue to be examined under a microscope. The pleural needle biopsy is done under a local anesthetic.
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Why is the Test Performed?
Pleural biopsy is usually done to determine the cause of a persistent pleural effusion (collection of fluid around the lung) or other abnormality of the pleural membrane. Common diseases diagnosed by pleural biopsy include tuberculosis and cancer.
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