Hemothorax: Definition with Hemothorax Pictures and Photos

1. Noun. Accumulation of blood in the pleural cavity (the space between the lungs and the walls of the chest).

Exact synonyms: Haemothorax
Generic synonyms: Congestion

1. n. An effusion of blood into the cavity of the pleura.

1. Noun. (medicine) A condition resulting from accumulation of blood in the pleural cavity. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

1. An effusion of blood into the cavity of the pleura. Origin: NL. See Hemo-, and Thorax. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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