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pneumothorax meaning and definition
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Definition of pneumothorax (noun)
- abnormal presence of air in the pleural cavity resulting in the collapse of the lung; may be spontaneous (due to injury to the chest) or induced (as a treatment for tuberculosis)
Source: Princeton University Wordnet