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ICD-11 code : CB24;

Preferred Label : Chylous effusion;

ICD-11 definition : A chylothorax (chylous effusion) signifies leakage of chyle from the thoracic duct. A pleural fluid triglyceride concentration of more than 110 mg per deciliter signifies a high likelihood of chylothorax, whereas a triglyceride concentration below 50 mg per deciliter makes chylothorax highly unlikely.;

ICD-11 synonym : Chylothorax;

ICD-11 inclusion : Chyliform effusion; pleurisy with chylous effusion;

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A chylothorax (chylous effusion) signifies leakage of chyle from the thoracic duct. A pleural fluid triglyceride concentration of more than 110 mg per deciliter signifies a high likelihood of chylothorax, whereas a triglyceride concentration below 50 mg per deciliter makes chylothorax highly unlikely.

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18/05/2024


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