Abstract
We report a case of recurrent transudative pleural effusion. The initial cardiovascular investigations failed to determine its cause. The catheterization showed a "dip-plateau" suggesting a restrictive cardiomyopathy. Endomyocardial biopsy finally proved a cardiac amyloidosis.
Publication types
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Case Reports
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English Abstract
MeSH terms
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Aged
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Amyloidosis / diagnosis*
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Amyloidosis / pathology
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Biopsy
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Cardiomyopathies / diagnosis*
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Cardiomyopathies / pathology
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Cardiomyopathy, Restrictive / diagnosis
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Diagnosis, Differential
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Endocardium / pathology
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Exudates and Transudates*
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Humans
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Male
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Myocardium / pathology
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Pleural Effusion / diagnosis*
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Recurrence