This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Pleural effusion & Pulmonary alveolar proteinosis, Subject name: Medicine
Which of the following conditions may lead to exudative pleural effusions? 
Select and explain. 
A. Cirrhosis, B. Nephrotic syndrome, C. Congestive hea failure, D. Bronchogenic carcinoma
D: Bronchogenic carcinoma
Answer: D: Bronchogenic carcinoma 
Explanation: Common causes of exudates include: Para-pneumonic effusion. Malignancy (lung or breast cancer, lymphoma, leukemia) Pulmonary embolism Collagen-vascular conditions Tuberculosis Pancreatitis Trauma Post-cardiac injury syndrome Esophageal perforation Meig's syndrome (benign pelvic neoplasm with associated ascites and pleural effusion) Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome Asbestos-related pleural disease