What is empyema? There is normally very clear fluid between the lung membranes (called pleura)
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Pleural Effusion – Fluid Collection in the Pleura
What is a pleura? What are the causes of pleural effusion? Why fluid collects in
Trachea Diseases
What is the trachea? In humans, the trachea is a cartilaginous tube about 12 cm
Mediastinum Cyst
The region defined as the mediastinum is within the thorax and is located in the midline between both lungs.
Pneumothorax
On the surface of the lung, especially in the upper part, there are sometimes congenital air sacs up to 1 cm in size.
Lung Cysts (Hydatid Cyst)
What is a hydatid (lung) cyst? Lung cysts, also known as hydatid cysts, are
Lung Nodule
During lung imaging, nodules (spots) smaller than 3-4 cm in size can be seen in the lung.
Lung Cancer
Lung cancer is caused by the abnormal proliferation of cells in the lungs and small airways into malignant cells and the formation of a tumour.
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