A Collection of Air or Gas in the Pleural Cavity

Question

A collection of air or gas in the pleural cavity is:
A) Pleurisy.
B) Pleural effusion.
C) Pneumothorax.
D) Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

Accepted Answer

A collection of air or gas in the pleural cavity is called a pneumothorax. Pleurisy refers to inflammation of the pleura, pleural effusion is a buildup of fluid in the pleural cavity, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is a chronic lung condition that can cause airflow blockage and breathing difficulty.