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The Pleura

Sundaralingam A., Rahman N., Gleeson F.

The pleural lining is a crucial component of the thoracic cavity and a common site for pathology. Imaging of this vital structure is therefore of great importance, as both a diagnostic and therapeutic aid. This chapter discusses the imaging of the pleura, with a particular focus on measurements and other tools to evaluate this important structure.