An Unusual Case of Recurrent Pleural Effusion in a Child
Abstract
Traumatic pancreatitis in children rarely results in the development of a recalcitrant pleural effusion, secondary to a connection between the pleural cavity and the pancreas. This child presented with predominantly respiratory symptoms of an underlying abdominal condition. Patients with large, recurring pleural effusions may have underlying pancreatitis with a pancreaticopleural fistula. It is important to establish this diagnosis because treatment may require operative interventions as in the index case
Fields of Study & Subjects
Pancreatitis Pathology and Treatment
Abdominal Trauma and Injuries
Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Studies
Publication details
- Journal / source
- African Journal of Paediatric Surgery
- Volume
- 3
- Issue
- 2
- Pages
- 80–82
- Publication date
- 25 May 2026
- Language
- EN