Encyclopedia: Pleura
In human anatomy, the pleural cavity is a body cavity containing the lungs; the lungs are surrounded by two serous membranes, the pleurae. The outer pleura covers and is attached to the chest wall. The inner pleura covers and is attached to the lung and other structures, i.e. blood vessels, bronchi and nerves. Between the two is a thin space known as the pleural space, which normally contains a small...
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are pleura and peritoneum the same thing, just found in different places?
Is peritoneum really pleura found in the abdominal cavity?
Is peritoneum really pleura found in the abdominal cavity?
They serve the same function, but that does not mean that they are the same thing. The pleura is a connective tissue that covers the lungs and provides a barrier between...
Asked by lisa - 8 months ago
What is a MCT diet for chylothorax? My brother has NHL and continues to build...
He has had repeated thoracentesis to no avail. Dr. suggested MCT diet but I...
He has had repeated thoracentesis to no avail. Dr. suggested MCT diet but I...
An MCT diet, or medium chain triglyceride diet, is one form of a ketogenic diet. A ketogenic diet is one that is high in fat and extremely low in carbohydrate....
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