Pleurodesis
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /plʊəˈɹɒd.ɪs.ɪs/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Pleurodesis is a noun meaning (surgery) The production of adhesions in the pleural cavity, typically by the use of sclerosing agents or surgical abrasion, used especially in the treatment of recurrent pneumothorax, pleural effusion and chylothorax.
Meaning
(surgery) The production of adhesions in the pleural cavity, typically by the use of sclerosing agents or surgical abrasion, used especially in the treatment of recurrent pneumothorax, pleural effusion and chylothorax.
Word Forms
- pleurodeses
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include pleurotomy, pleurectomy, pleuropneumonectomy, pericardiodesis, pleuroscopy, pleurotergite.
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