AFCP Lungs, Pleura

Thin serous membranes that enclose the lungs

Pleura

Potential space between the parietal and visceral layers of the pleura, containing pleural fluid

Pleural cavity

3 functions of the pleura

1. Lubrication

2. Provides surface tension to help lungs adhere to thoracic wall

3. Separates the lungs in air-tight cavities

T/F there is no anatomical connection between the 2 pleural cavities

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What are the 4 types of parietal pleura?

1. Costal

2. Diaphragmatic

3. Cervical

4. Mediastinal

Endothoracic fascia is the ______ layer of the thoracic wall

innermost layer

Sibson’s fascia

Thickened endothoracic fascia above the 1st rib because breathing movements occur here

Why is the endothoracic fascia important for surgical access?

It allows for separation of the thoracic wall from the parietal pleura

The pulmonary ligament is a loose fold at the junction of the ____ and ____. It allows for movement of vessels during ______.

parietal and visceral pleura

respiration