pleural space

Pleural Effusion: Treatments An abnormal collection of fluid between the thin layers of tissue (pleura) lining the lung and the wall of…

Pleurisy: Treatments Inflammation of the pleura. It is usually caused by infections. Chest pain while breathing or coughing is the presenting symptom.…

Pneumothorax: Treatments Abnormal presence of air in the pleural cavity. Part of: Pneumothorax Treatment of Pneumothorax and Other Pleural Disorders Pleurisy and…

Hemothorax: Treatments A collection of blood in the pleural cavity. Part of: Hemothorax Treatment of Hemothorax and Other Pleural Disorders Pleurisy and…

Asbestos-Related Lung Diseases Asbestos-related lung diseases are diseases that develop from exposure to asbestos fibers. Asbestos is a that, at one time,…