pleurodesis

Etymology
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Pronunciation

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Noun

 * 1)  The production of adhesions in the pleural cavity, typically by the use of sclerosing agents or surgical abrasion, used especially in the treatment of recurrent pneumothorax, pleural effusion and chylothorax.
 * 2)  The condition created by this procedure: adhesion between the parietal and visceral pleurae.