Pleura Flashcards
1
Q
Where is the trachea pushed to in a :
spontaneous pneumothorax
tension pneumothorax
A
spontaneous - towards side of injury
tension - opposite side of injury
2
Q
What is mesothelioma associated with?
A
exposure to asbestos
3
Q
What is the presentation of mesothelioma?
A
pleural effusions, dyspnea, chest pain
4
Q
Where else besides the lung can mesotheliomas be found?
A
peritoneum, pericardium, tunica vaginalis of testis
