pleural rub
When air enters the pleural spaces, it can lead to a condition called pneumothorax. This disrupts the pressure balance necessary for proper lung expansion, causing the lung to collapse partially or completely. Symptoms may include shortness of breath, chest pain, and a rapid heart rate. Treatment may involve removing the air from the pleural space and possibly sealing the leak that allowed the air to enter.
The pleural effusion is any abnormal amount of fluid all around the lungs. It can result to varying types of medical conditions.
Pleural-based opacity refers to opacity seen in X-rays along the pleural surface. The opacity or silhouettes can mean many things like signs of injuries, possible thickening, or indications of disease.
what is pleural thickening
bronchopleural
Probably "spaces". As in skip spaces.
Blood or air in the pleural cavity indicates a medical emergency. Blood in the pleural cavity suggests injury or bleeding within the chest, while air in the pleural cavity can indicate a collapsed lung or pneumothorax. Both conditions require urgent medical attention to prevent serious complications.
pleural membrane
Asymmetrical = not the same on each side - i.e. one side is worse than the other. Apical = the top of the lungs. Pleural = The lining of the lung.
Pleural cavity is the potential space. There is no gap between the outer and the inner pleura. There is very little fluid in the pleural cavity. You have negative pressure in the pleural cavity.
The lungs