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• Pleural disease
  == Pleural Disease == '''Pleural disease''' (pronounced: ploor-ul di-zeez) is a broad term that encompasses
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• Pleural empyema
  '''Pleural Empyema''' ...a medical condition characterized by the accumulation of [[pus]] in the [[pleural cavity]], the space between the [[lung]] and the [[chest wall]].
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• Empyema
  ..., is a medical condition characterized by the accumulation of pus in the [[pleural cavity]]. ...ontaining dead tissue, bacteria, and white blood cells, accumulates in the pleural cavity, the space between the lung and the inner surface of the chest wall.
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• Pleural thickening
  == Pleural Thickening == '''Pleural thickening''' (pronounced: ploor-al thick-ning) is a medical condition char
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• Chylothorax
  ...leural effusion]] in which lymphatic fluid, or chyle, accumulates in the [[pleural cavity]] surrounding the lungs. ...studies such as [[chest X-ray]] or [[CT scan]], as well as analysis of the pleural fluid.
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• Thoracostomy
  ...təmi/) is a medical procedure involving the insertion of a tube into the [[pleural space]] for the purpose of draining air, blood, bile, pus, or other fluids. ...ng a small incision in the chest wall and then inserting a tube into the [[pleural cavity]]. This tube is then connected to a drainage system to allow for the
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• Hydropneumothorax
  ...condition characterized by the presence of both air and fluid within the [[pleural cavity]]. ...orax'' (chest). It refers to the accumulation of both air and fluid in the pleural cavity, the space between the [[lung]] and the chest wall.
  2 KB (221 words) - 01:37, 8 February 2024
• Rheumatoid pleuritis
  ...shortness of breath. These symptoms can be similar to those of other lung diseases, making diagnosis challenging. ...d imaging tests such as [[chest X-ray]] or [[CT scan]]. In some cases, a [[pleural biopsy]] may be necessary to confirm the diagnosis.
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• Bronchopleural fistula
  ...between the bronchus, which is part of the [[respiratory system]], and the pleural cavity, the space surrounding the [[lungs]]. ...m three words: "Broncho" from the Greek word "bronkhos" meaning windpipe, "pleural" from the Greek word "pleura" meaning side or rib, and "fistula" from the L
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• Hydrothorax
  ...dical condition characterized by the accumulation of serous fluid in the [[pleural cavity]], the space that surrounds the lungs. This condition can lead to di ...that disrupt the normal balance of fluid production and absorption in the pleural cavity. These conditions may include [[congestive heart failure]], [[kidney
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• Haemothorax
  ...is a medical condition characterized by the accumulation of blood in the [[pleural cavity]], the space between the chest wall and the lungs. ...emothorax is a type of [[pleural effusion]] where blood accumulates in the pleural cavity. This can occur due to injury or disease, and can lead to [[respirat
  2 KB (222 words) - 17:23, 6 February 2024
• Hemopneumothorax
  ...cal condition characterized by the presence of both blood and air in the [[pleural cavity]], the space between the lung and the chest wall. ...ly involves inserting a [[chest tube]] to drain the blood and air from the pleural cavity. In severe cases, [[surgery]] may be required.
  2 KB (222 words) - 01:41, 8 February 2024
• Transpulmonary pressure
  ...tween the [[alveolar pressure]] and the [[intrapleural pressure]] in the [[pleural cavity]]. * [[Intrapleural pressure]]: The pressure within the pleural cavity, which is always negative relative to atmospheric pressure.
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• Pleuropneumonia
  ...evere form of [[pneumonia]] that involves both the lung parenchyma and the pleural cavity. This condition can be caused by various [[bacteria]], [[virus|virus * [[Pleural effusion]]: A buildup of fluid in the pleural space, often due to inflammation or infection.
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• Pyothorax
  ...a''', is a condition characterized by the accumulation of [[pus]] in the [[pleural cavity]] due to an infection. The term "pyothorax" is derived from the Gree ...[cough]]. These symptoms are often similar to those of other [[respiratory diseases]], making diagnosis challenging.
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• Asbestos-related diseases
  == Asbestos-related diseases == '''Asbestos-related diseases''' are conditions that result from exposure to [[asbestos]], a group of nat
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• Subpulmonic effusion
  ...between the [[lung]] and the [[diaphragm]]. This condition is a type of [[pleural effusion]] and is often associated with conditions such as [[pneumonia]], [ * [[Pleural effusion]]: A buildup of fluid between the layers of tissue that line the l
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• Parapneumonic effusion
  ...effusion''' (pronunciation: para-new-moan-ick eh-few-shun) is a type of [[pleural effusion]] that occurs in response to [[pneumonia]], lung abscess, or bronc ...ing tests such as a chest X-ray or CT scan. In some cases, a sample of the pleural fluid may be taken for analysis to help determine the cause of the effusion
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• Respiratory diseases
  == Respiratory diseases == ...atory tract including the trachea, bronchi, bronchioles, alveoli, pleurae, pleural cavity, and the nerves and muscles of respiration.
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• Lung cavity
  ...zed by the presence of an air-filled space, which can be caused by various diseases. ...y is a hollow area or space in the lung that may be formed by certain lung diseases. It is often associated with [[tuberculosis]], [[lung abscess]], and [[lung
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