pleurae Synonyms
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pleurae Meaning
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pleurae (pl.)
of Pleura
pleurae Sentence Examples
- The pleurae are a pair of thin membranes that line the lungs and the inner wall of the chest cavity.
- The pleurae are composed of two layers: the visceral pleura and the parietal pleura.
- The visceral pleura lines the lungs, while the parietal pleura lines the chest cavity.
- The pleurae secrete a fluid called pleural fluid, which lubricates the lungs and allows them to move smoothly against the chest wall.
- The pleurae also help to protect the lungs from infection and injury.
- Pleural effusion occurs when there is an abnormal accumulation of fluid in the pleural cavity.
- Pleurisy is an inflammation of the pleurae, which can cause chest pain and shortness of breath.
- A pneumothorax is a condition in which air accumulates in the pleural cavity, causing the lung to collapse.
- A hemothorax is a condition in which blood accumulates in the pleural cavity, which can be caused by trauma or surgery.
- Pleurodesis is a procedure in which the pleurae are deliberately scarred together to prevent recurrent pleural effusions.
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The pleurae are a pair of thin membranes that line the lungs and the inner wall of the chest cavity.
The pleurae are composed of two layers: the visceral pleura and the parietal pleura.
The visceral pleura lines the lungs, while the parietal pleura lines the chest cavity.
The pleurae secrete a fluid called pleural fluid, which lubricates the lungs and allows them to move smoothly against the chest wall.
