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Pyothorax

Definition:

Pyothorax is a medical condition that refers to the presence of pus in the pleural cavity, the space surrounding the lungs.

Senses:

Sense 1 (Noun):

A medical condition characterized by the accumulation of pus in the thoracic cavity.

Example sentence: After undergoing surgery, the patient developed pyothorax, requiring further treatment.

Sense 2 (Noun):

The pus-filled fluid that collects in the pleural cavity as a result of pyothorax.

Example sentence: The doctor was able to drain the pyothorax, alleviating the patient's discomfort.

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