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%) |