Table 6 Imprint and histopathological examination (HPE) in the thoracoscopic group
| HPE+ | HPE− | |
|---|---|---|
| Imprint cytology + | 18 | 0 |
| Imprint cytology − | 1 | 4 |
| Total (23) | 19 | 4 |
| Final diagnosis | Metastatic adenocarcinoma, 16 (84.21%) | Tuberculous pleurisy, 3 (15.78%) |
| Mesothelioma, 3(15.78%) | Pleural lipomatosis, 1 (4.34%) |