Why the study?
Does reflected ultrasound accurately detect and localize pleural effusion?
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Reflected ultrasound for pleural effusion remains unproven at Level 5 evidence; prospective validation required before clinical consideration.
Does reflected ultrasound accurately detect and localize pleural effusion?
This study aimed to evaluate the diagnostic accuracy and reliability of reflected ultrasound for detecting and localizing pleural effusions.
Claude R. Joyner (1967) studied this question.
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