Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
subpleural
Adjective
/sʌbˈpluːrəl/
Definition
Subpleural refers to something located beneath the pleura, which is the membrane surrounding the lungs.
Examples
- The subpleural space can be affected by various diseases.
- Radiologists often look for subpleural nodules on imaging studies.
- Inflammation can occur in the subpleural region of the lungs.
Meaning
The term subpleural is often used in medical contexts, particularly when describing anatomical structures or pathological conditions related to the lungs.
Synonyms
- Subpleural space
- Peripulmonary
- Intrathoracic
