Pleura

A pleura is a serous membrane that folds back on itself to form a two-layered
membranous pleural sac. The outer layer is called the parietal pleura and attaches to the chest wall. The inner layer is called the visceral pleura and covers the lungs,
blood vessels, nerves, and bronch

Pleural Diseases:

  • Pleural effusion
  • Pneumothorax
  • Pleurisy
  • Tumour

When should I see a Doctor?

  • Chest pain
  • Cough
  • Shortness of breath
  • Fever
  • Fatigue

Treatment:

Accordingly

1. Medical
2. Surgical- Tube Thoracostomy, VATS bullectomy/blebectomy
3. Oncological: Radiotherapy,Chemotherapy.