I have pleural thickening beginning in 1982.The pleural thickening and plaque has gotten worse over the years.In 2006 was diagnosed with asbestosis. 2007 had a five way heart bypass.Did my lung problem contribute to my heart attack?
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.
"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."
pleural space
The pleural cavity, also known as the thoracic cavity, is where the lungs and the heart are located.
Yes they can be. They can wear out one part of the heart more or cause clotting. Heart problems can also contribute to arrhythmias.
The lungs
In the mediastienum....the lungs are in the pleural cavity
No. That is the pleural membrane . The pericardium surrounds the heart.
The heart.
Pleural cavity
The mediastinum is the space between the pleural cavities that contains the heart, thymus, trachea, and esophagus.
The mediastinum is the space between the pleural cavities that contains the heart, thymus, trachea, and esophagus.