Comparing Pneumothorax And Pleural Activity In The Human Body

Pneumothorax - combining form Pneum-o meaning lung, air, gas and suffix -thorax meaning chest or pleural cavity is a term use to describe the presence of air or gas in the pleural cavity. Usually the pressure in the pleural space surrounding the lungs is less than the pressure in the lungs, However if and when air enters the pleural space, the normal pressure changes and become greater than the preasure in the lungs cause the lung to collapse (partially or completely). Pneumothorax can be either spontaneous or due to trauma. The treatment of pneumothorax varies base on the severity, minor pneumothorax can resolve on its own, or medically by inserting a needing and syringe in the chest wall. Allowing air to escape from the chest cavity so the