Corpora amylacea are predominantly found in the brain, prostate, and lung. Recent characterizations of their components suggest an important role in protection and clearing. We report the presence of corpora… Click to show full abstract
Corpora amylacea are predominantly found in the brain, prostate, and lung. Recent characterizations of their components suggest an important role in protection and clearing. We report the presence of corpora amylacea in pleural effusion in a patient with lupus. The differential diagnoses and potential significance are discussed.
Keywords:
corpora amylacea;
amylacea pleural;
pleural effusion
Journal Title: Diagnostic Cytopathology
Year Published: 2020
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Journal Title: Diagnostic Cytopathology
Year Published: 2020
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