Hemothorax (Noun)
Meaning
Accumulation of blood in the pleural cavity (the space between the lungs and the walls of the chest).
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The patient was diagnosed with a hemothorax after a severe chest injury from the car accident.
- A hemothorax can be life-threatening if not treated promptly and properly by medical professionals.
- The doctor inserted a chest tube to drain the blood from the hemothorax and relieve pressure on the lungs.
- A hemothorax often occurs as a result of trauma, such as a fall or a violent collision.
- The accumulation of blood in the pleural cavity, also known as a hemothorax, can cause severe respiratory distress.