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Comparision of Parameters Between Nonspecific Pleuritis and Controls
| Diagnosis | WBC’s (/mm3) | Lymph. (%) | Chol. (mg/dl) | Glucose (mg/dl) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nonspecific pleuritis (n=23) | 2,386 ± 643 | 67 ± 5 | 97 ± 29 | 95 ± 39 |
| Controls | ||||
| Tbc. pleurisy (n=15) | 1,961 + 555* | 75 ± 5* | 117 ± 32 | 91 ± 17 |
| Malignant pleurisy (n=11) | 583 ± 531 | 50 ± 10 | 93 ± 22 | 75 ± 29 |
Lymph. (%): percent of lymphocyte Chol: Cholesterol
P-value < 0.005 between tuberculous pleuritis and malignant effusion
