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What organs are affected by the pleural thickening?
Pleural thickening affects the lining of the lungs (pleura) and can lead to reduced lung function, chest pain, and difficulty breathing. Over time, it can also affect nearby organs such as the heart and diaphragm by restricting their movement.
What can the pleural cavity affect?
"The pleural cavity is the area surrounding the lungs. This is a vital region. Problems here can affect the lungs, heart, diaphram, and other organs centrally located."
What is the space between the heart that holds the heart?
pleural space
What organ are in the pleural?
The pleural cavity, also known as the thoracic cavity, is where the lungs and the heart are located.
Are arrhythmias contributing to further heart problems?
Yes they can be. They can wear out one part of the heart more or cause clotting. Heart problems can also contribute to arrhythmias.
What is the pleural chest cavity?
The lungs
What causes right pleural effusion?
Right pleural effusion is primarily caused by conditions that lead to an imbalance in the production and absorption of pleural fluid. Common causes include congestive heart failure, pneumonia, malignancies, and liver or kidney disease. Infections, inflammatory conditions, and trauma can also contribute to fluid accumulation in the pleural space. Identifying the underlying cause is essential for appropriate management and treatment.
Does the heart lie in the pleural cavity or the mediastinum?
In the mediastienum....the lungs are in the pleural cavity
What is the double folded membrane that surrounds the lungs?
No. That is the pleural membrane . The pericardium surrounds the heart.
What is the space between the pleural cavities called?
The heart.
Space between the lungs that protects the heart?
Pleural cavity
Could the heart valve be the one that cause fluid aroundthe lungs?
Yes, heart valve issues can lead to fluid accumulation around the lungs, a condition known as pleural effusion. When heart valves are damaged or diseased, they can cause heart failure, which may result in increased pressure in the pulmonary circulation. This pressure can lead to fluid leaking into the surrounding lung tissue and pleural space. Thus, addressing heart valve problems is essential for preventing such complications.
