Pulmonary pleurae
Pulmonary Pleurae
The Pulmonary Pleurae (pronounced: pul-mon-ary pleu-rae) are a pair of serous membranes lining the thorax and enveloping the lungs in humans and other mammals.
Etymology
The term "Pulmonary Pleurae" is derived from the Latin word 'pulmo', meaning 'lung', and the Greek word 'pleura', which means 'side' or 'rib'.
Anatomy
The Pulmonary Pleurae consist of two layers: the Visceral pleura, which is attached to the surface of the lungs, and the Parietal pleura, which lines the chest wall. The space between these two layers is known as the Pleural cavity, which contains a small amount of Pleural fluid that lubricates the pleural surfaces.
Function
The primary function of the Pulmonary Pleurae is to cushion the lungs and reduce friction during respiration. The pleural fluid in the pleural cavity allows the two layers of the pleura to slide over each other with each breath, facilitating lung expansion and contraction.
Related Terms
- Pleural effusion: A condition where excess fluid builds up in the pleural cavity.
- Pneumothorax: A condition where air or gas is present in the pleural cavity, causing the lung to collapse.
- Pleural mesothelioma: A type of cancer that develops in the pleura.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Pulmonary pleurae
- Wikipedia's article - Pulmonary pleurae
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