pleural
IPA: pɫʊrʌɫ
noun
- (zoology) An internal segment of the turtle carapace.
adjective
- Of, relating to, or affecting the pleura, or the sides of the thorax.
- Thin and transparent.
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Examples of "pleural" in Sentences
- The pleural space contains pleural fluid.
- Is this not the same as a pleural effusion
- Pleural pressure is the pressure in the pleural space.
- A pleural effusion infiltrates the space between these layers.
- A person can develop a pleural effusion in the absence of pleurisy.
- For reasons unknown, the pleural effusion is classically on the right side.
- A collection of fluid in the pleural cavity is known as a pleural effusion.
- Pleurodesis is done to prevent recurrence of pneumothorax or pleural effusion.
- Pleural effusions may occur when fluid also accumulates in the pleural cavity.
- Fluid in space between the lung and the chest wall is termed a pleural effusion.