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What is the function of upper lobe?
you breath in and out without the lung you wont survive
How large is the upper right lobe?
The upper right lobe of the lung occupies about 28-32% of the total lung volume in most individuals. It is one of the five lobes of the human lung and is responsible for a portion of the lung's function in respiration.
What is the meaning of findings suggestive of PTB right lung and left upper lung?
PTB stands for Pulmonary Tuberculosis. It is located in your right lung, the upper lobe. You were exposed to the bacteria, could have been by a cough or sneeze.
Can you function with only one left LUNG lobe?
yes.
What is the most common site for lung abscess?
posterior segment of right upper lobe followed by right lower lobe are the most common site of primary lung abscess
Can you live without a middle lobe in your right lung?
Yes, a person can live without the middle lobe of the right lung. The lungs are designed to function with some redundancy, and the remaining lobes—specifically the upper and lower lobes—can compensate for the loss of the middle lobe. Many people have undergone surgical removal of the middle lobe, a procedure known as a lobectomy, and continue to lead normal, healthy lives. However, individual recovery and lung function can vary based on overall health and pre-existing conditions.
What is correct icd 9 code for pneumonia in the upper lobe of the left lung?
481
Where is the infrahilar region of the lung?
The right suprahilar region of the lung is located in the upper middle portion of this organ. The left lung also has a suprahilar region, but it is slightly bigger than the right.
What does the medical abbreviation lul mean?
LUL stands for left upper lobe. It refers to part of the lung.
How big are the lobes of the lungs?
The human lungs are divided into lobes: the right lung has three lobes (upper, middle, and lower), while the left lung has two lobes (upper and lower) due to the space occupied by the heart. The right lung is larger and heavier than the left, with the upper lobe being the largest lobe in both lungs. In adults, the total lung capacity averages about 6 liters, with each lobe contributing to this volume. The size of the lobes can vary among individuals but generally follows this anatomical structure.
Which lung has the middle lobe?
Only the right lung has a middle lobe.
What is suspicious opacity in the right upper lobe?
Opacity in the right upper lobe means that there is either a mass, or fluid present in the lung. Suspicious likely means that the doctor is thinking it could be something harmful.
