concept   pleura
culture   Western medicine
statement   The pleura is essential for lung function and respiratory mechanics, consisting of visceral and parietal layers in Western medicine.

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1 parietal pleura Western medicine Parietal pleura is an important structure in the anatomy of the thoracic cavity, involved in the mechanics of breathing and lung health. 1
2 pleura Western medicine The pleura consists of two layers, the visceral pleura which covers the lungs, and the parietal pleura which lines the chest cavity. 1
3 visceral pleura Western medicine Visceral pleura is a thin membrane that covers the surface of the lungs and is essential for breathing and lung health. 1
4 visceral pleura Western medicine The visceral pleura is an important anatomical structure in Western medical understanding, involved in the function of the lungs and respiratory system. 1
5 visceral pleura Western medicine culture The visceral pleura is an important anatomical structure in the study of human anatomy and respiratory physiology. 1