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(a) NCCT-chest demonstrating bilateral pleural effusions (right > left)
and (b) HRCT-chest demonstrating parenchymal changes of COVID pneumonia.
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The COVID rapid antigen test was positive, and non-contrast computed tomography (NCCT) demonstrated bilateral pleural effusions (Figure 1). The high-resolution computed tomography (HRCT) had parenchymal ground glass opacities and consolidations compatible with COVID pneumonia (Figure 1).
Post-aspiration chest X-ray demonstrating complete clearance of the
effusions. Note the underlying lung shadows compatible with COVID
pneumonia.
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The post-procedure chest X-ray (Figure 2) and ultrasound revealed complete resolution of the effusions without evidence of pneumothorax.