The Pleural Cavity
Channel: Stuart Inglis
Date: 2020-02-10

Lecture on the Pleural Cavity

Learning Objectives
Differentiate between parietal pleura and visceral pleura and describe the location of the pleural cavity (space).
Describe the location of the lines of pleural reflection and the pleural recesses.
Discuss how the association between parietal and visceral pleura contributes to the mechanics of breathing.
Explain the gross anatomical pathophysiology of a variety of clinical conditions including, but not limited to pleurisy, pleural effusions, pneumothorax, hemothorax