
We report a case of recurrent transudative pleural effusion. The initial cardiovascular investigations failed to determine its cause. The catheterization showed a "dip-plateau" suggesting a restrictive cardiomyopathy. Endomyocardial biopsy finally proved a cardiac amyloidosis.
Male, Cardiomyopathy, Restrictive, Biopsy, Myocardium, Amyloidosis, Exudates and Transudates, Diagnosis, Differential, Pleural Effusion, Recurrence, Humans, Cardiomyopathies, Aged, Endocardium
Male, Cardiomyopathy, Restrictive, Biopsy, Myocardium, Amyloidosis, Exudates and Transudates, Diagnosis, Differential, Pleural Effusion, Recurrence, Humans, Cardiomyopathies, Aged, Endocardium
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