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Created page with "'''Pneumothorax''' (PTX) refers to the presence of air in the pleural space, between the lung and the chest wall. It may happen spontaneously or secondary to emphysema, lung abscess or a fractured rib. The pressure in the pleural cavity is normally negative to allow the lungs to expand in it. When it suddenly becomes filled with air the pressure in the pleural cavity will become equal with atmospheric pressure, causing the lung to collapse. '''Tension pneumoth..."
(Created page with "'''Pneumothorax''' (PTX) refers to the presence of air in the pleural space, between the lung and the chest wall. It may happen spontaneously or secondary to emphysema, lung abscess or a fractured rib. The pressure in the pleural cavity is normally negative to allow the lungs to expand in it. When it suddenly becomes filled with air the pressure in the pleural cavity will become equal with atmospheric pressure, causing the lung to collapse. '''Tension pneumoth...") |
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