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Is ascites a condition in which fluid collects in the pleural cavity?
No, ascites is a condition in which fluid collects in the abdominal cavity.
What is the pleural chest cavity?
The lungs
Which term describes an accumulation of air or gas in the pleural space that causes the lung to collapse?
Hemothorax (hee-moh-THOH-racks)hem/o means blood , and -thorax means chestThe accumulation of blood in the pleural cavity in commonly referred to as a Hemothorax, as opposed to air build up in the cavity called a pneuomothorax. Typically, to correct a hemothorax one needs the insertion of a chest tube and the blood must be drained from the cavity.It is usually caused from an injury, especially blunt trauma. It can also occur in patients who suffer a pulmonary infarction (death of a section of lung), patients who have had a type of chest surgery, patients with lung or pleural cancer, etc. Rarely, a blood vessel ruptures into the pleural space when no injury has occurred, or a bulging area in the aorta (aortic aneurysm) leaks blood into the pleural space.
The potential space between the pleural membrane is called the?
The potential space between the pleural membranes is called the thoracic cavity. This is also known as the pleural cavity in some instances.
What is the presence of air or gas in the pleural cavity?
Pneumothorax-presence of air or gas in the pleural cavity.
Is Pyothorax an accumulation of blood in the pleural cavity?
Pyothorax is an accumulation of pus in the pleural cavity. Hemothorax is an accumulation of blood in the pleural cavity.
What is a hemo-thorax?
Hemothorax is a collection of blood in the space between the chest wall and the lung (the pleural cavity).
Is ascites a condition in which fluid collects in the pleural cavity?
No, ascites is a condition in which fluid collects in the abdominal cavity.
What is complication of thoracentesis?
Complications of thoracentesis can include pneumothorax, which is the collapse of the lung due to air entering the pleural space, and hemothorax, where blood accumulates in the pleural cavity. Other potential complications include infection at the puncture site, visceral injury, and re-expansion pulmonary edema if the pleural fluid is removed too rapidly. It is essential for the procedure to be performed by trained personnel to minimize these risks.
What is BILATERal hemothorax?
Bilateral hemothorax refers to the accumulation of blood in the pleural cavities on both sides of the chest. It is often a result of trauma or injury to the chest, leading to bleeding into the pleural space. This condition can lead to respiratory distress and requires urgent medical attention.
What patient is diagnosis is traumatic hemothorax secondary to rib fractures?
A traumatic hemothorax occurs when there is bleeding into the pleural cavity, often as a result of chest trauma, such as rib fractures. Patients typically present with symptoms like chest pain, shortness of breath, and decreased breath sounds on the affected side. Diagnosis is usually confirmed through imaging studies, such as a chest X-ray or CT scan, which may reveal fluid accumulation in the pleural space. Management often involves chest tube insertion to drain the blood and alleviate respiratory distress.
What is the medical term meaning accumulation of blood in the pleural?
Hemothorax (hee-moh-THOH-racks)hem/o means blood , and -thorax means chestThe accumulation of blood in the pleural cavity in commonly referred to as a Hemothorax, as opposed to air build up in the cavity called a pneuomothorax. Typically, to correct a hemothorax one needs the insertion of a chest tube and the blood must be drained from the cavity.It is usually caused from an injury, especially blunt trauma. It can also occur in patients who suffer a pulmonary infarction (death of a section of lung), patients who have had a type of chest surgery, patients with lung or pleural cancer, etc. Rarely, a blood vessel ruptures into the pleural space when no injury has occurred, or a bulging area in the aorta (aortic aneurysm) leaks blood into the pleural space.
Where is the pleural cavity located-?
The pleural cavity is located in between the visceral and parietal of the lungs.
What is the difference pneumothorax and hemothorax?
A pneumothorax is a pocket of air in the chest cavity, and a hemothorax is a pocket of blood.
How is empyema diagnosed?
The diagnosis of empyema is usually confirmed by analyzing a sample of fluid taken from the pleural cavity
What is the pleural chest cavity?
The lungs
Does hemothorax mean blood in the chest?
Hemothorax is a medical term meaning blood in the chest cavity.
