Table 3. Post-test probability of TPE according to pre-test probability.
| Post-test probability | Pre-test probability | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | 25% | 50% | |
| With positive result (%) | 43 | 70 | 87 |
| With negative result (%) | 2 | 4 | 12 |
TPE, tuberculous pleural effusion.
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