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Obliterative pleuritis

Last edited: 4/15/2026

Overview

Obliterative pleuritis, also known as chronic pleuritis, involves persistent inflammation and fibrosis of the pleura, often leading to pleural thickening and restrictive respiratory symptoms. 1

Diagnosis

  • Presence of eosinophilic pleural effusion may indicate obliterative pleuritis 1.
  • Identification of Charcot-Leyden crystals in pleural fluid, particularly after prolonged cold storage, can be a diagnostic clue 1.
  • Pleural fluid analysis including cell count, differential, and crystal identification under toluidine blue staining is recommended 1.

    • Management

  • No specific first-line treatments are detailed in the provided abstracts; management typically involves addressing underlying causes 1.
  • Adjunctive treatments may include corticosteroids to reduce inflammation, though specific dosing is not provided 1.

    • Special Populations

  • No specific information regarding pregnancy, pediatrics, elderly, or comorbidities is provided in the abstracts 1.

    • Key Recommendations

  • Consider eosinophilic pleural effusion and presence of Charcot-Leyden crystals as potential indicators of obliterative pleuritis (Evidence: Weak) 1
  • Perform thorough pleural fluid analysis including crystal identification under appropriate staining techniques for diagnosis (Evidence: Weak) 1
  • Manage underlying causes and consider corticosteroids for symptomatic relief, though specific dosing guidelines are lacking (Evidence: Expert opinion) 1

    • References

    1 Naylor B, Novak PM. Charcot-Leyden crystals in pleural fluids. Acta cytologica 1985. link

    Original source

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      Charcot-Leyden crystals in pleural fluids. — Naylor B, Novak PM Acta cytologica (1985)
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