For Pleura we have terms and definitions in 8 topics. The topics are Asbestos, Health, Horse Health, Lymphoma, Medical, Mesothelioma, Microbiology and Respiratory Disorders.

Pleura (Asbestos)

Membrane lining the lungs and chest cavity.

Pleura (Health)

Membrane that covers the outside of the lung.

Pleura (Horse Health)

Thin, transparent membrane covering the lungs and lining the chest cavity.

Pleura (Lymphoma)

Two thin layers of tissue, one covering the lung and one lining the wall of the chest cavity. These two layers of tissue are separated by a small amount of fluid that acts as a lubricant, allowing the lungs to move smoothly during breathing.

Pleura (Medical)

The double-layered membrane that lines the lungs and chest cavity and allows for lung movement during breathing

Pleura (Mesothelioma)

The delicate serous membranous lining designed to keep the lungs together and to prevent friction while breathing. It covers the lungs and lines the chest wall. The parietal pleura lines the inner surface of the chest wall, and the visceral pleura covers the outer surface.

Pleura (Microbiology)

The serous membrane enveloping the lung and lining the internal surface of the thoracic cavity.

Pleura (Respiratory Disorders)

Membrane that covers the outside of the lung.

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