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mesothelioma
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Rare malignant tumor arising in the pleura; associated with asbestos exposure. Mesotheliomas are composed of mesothelium, which forms in the lining of the pleural surface.
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pleural effusion
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Abnormal accumulation of fluid in the pleural space (cavity). Two types of pleural effusions are exudates (fluid from tumors, infections, trauma, and other diseases) and transudcates (fluid from congestive heart failure), pulmonary embolism, or cirrhosis).
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pleuristy (pleuritis)
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Inflammation of the pleura. This condition causes pleurodynia and dyspnea and, in chronic cases, pleural effusion.
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pneumothorax
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Collection of air in the pleural space. This may occur in the course of a pulmonary disease (emphysema, carcinoma, tuberculosis, or lung abscess) when rupture of any pulmonary lesions near the pleural surface allows communication between an alveolus or bronchus and the pleural cavity. It may also follow trauma and perforation of the chest wall or prolonged high-flow oxygen delivered by a respirator in an intensive care unit (ICU).
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pleurodes
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(-desis means to bind) is the artificial production of adhesions between the parietal and visceral pleura for treatment of persistent pneumothorax and severe pleural effusion. This is accomplished by using talc power or drugs, such as antibiotics.
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