Pleural empyema is the result of pleural empyema that is not treated actively in the early stages. If left untreated, pleural empyema will cause many complications that seriously affect the patient's health.

Pleural effusion is a common infection in respiratory diseases. In the early stages, it can be successfully treated with antibiotics combined with thoracentesis or drainage. If not diagnosed promptly, pleural effusions will form and leave serious sequelae.