Pathoma: Pleura Flashcards
1
Q
Spontaneous pneumothorax is often due to ____________.
A
rupture of an emphysematous bleb
2
Q
Tension pneumothorax often result from ___________.
A
penetrating chest wounds
3
Q
How do pneumothoraces affect the position of the trachea?
A
Large pneumothoraces push the trache in the opposite direction, while small pneumothoraces pull it towards.
4
Q
Mesothelioma often present with ___________.
A
recurrent pleural effusions, because mesothelial cells normally produce serosal fluid