Medical Terms Effusion

Effusion | definition of effusion by Medical dictionary

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ef·fu·sion 1. The escape of fluid from the blood vessels or lymphatics into the tissues or a cavity. 2. A collection of the fluid effused.

Pleural Effusion: Symptoms, Causes, Treatments

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Exudative (protein-rich fluid) pleural effusions are most commonly caused by: Pneumonia Cancer Pulmonary embolism Kidney disease Inflammatory disease

Pericardial effusion - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic

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Joint Effusion (Swollen Joint): Symptoms, Causes, and …

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Joint effusion (a swollen joint) happens when extra fluids flood the tissues around your joint. The fluids make your joint look larger and puffier compared to your other joints. Your …

Pleural Effusion - Causes, Symptoms, Types, and …

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A pleural effusion is an unusual amount of fluid around the lung. Many medical conditions can lead to it, so even though your pleural effusion may have to be …

Effusion Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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ef· fu· sion i-ˈfyü-zhən, e- 1 a : the escape of a fluid from anatomical vessels by rupture or exudation b : the flow of a gas through an aperture whose diameter is small as compared …

Medical Definition of Effusion - MedicineNet

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Effusion: Too much fluid, an outpouring of fluid. For example, a pleural effusion is an abnormal accumulation of fluid in the pleural space between the lungs and …

Effusion Definition, Types, Causes, Symptoms, Treatment

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Types of Effusion Serous effusion is similar to tissue fluid and the fluid of the blood (serum) with very little proteins. Fibrinous effusion is where there is a large number of proteins, particularly fibrin and fibrinogen. These …

Joint Effusion: What It Is, Symptoms, Treatment

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Joint effusion is a sign of joint inflammation and can be broadly classified as either infectious (septic) or noninfectious (aseptic). Joint effusion caused by infection is referred to as septic arthritis. …

Medical Definition of Effusion - RxList

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Effusion: Too much fluid, an outpouring of fluid. For example, a pleural effusion is an abnormal accumulation of fluid in the pleural space between the lungs and …