Multidisciplinary approach to connective tissue disease (CTD) related pleural effusions: a four-year retrospective evaluation

CTD-related pleural effusions are rare and challenging to diagnose. Our lung inflammation service (with expertise in rheumatology, interstitial lung disease and respiratory failure) works closely with the pleural team. This study aims to review the multidisciplinary approach to CTD-related pleural effusions at a tertiary centre. All patients with CTD-related pleural effusions at St Thomas’ Hospital, London were included. Retrospective data were...