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intrathoracic [¦in·trə·thə′ras·ik] (anatomy) Within the thoracic cavity. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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With mediastinal emphysema, further transmission of air up fascial planes can be reduced by eliminating straining and increasing intrathoracic pressure with cough suppressants, stool softeners, analgesics, and bed rest. A possible complication includes tension PM, which has been induced in laboratory animals by a continued increase in intrathoracic pressure. O'Donnell and colleagues proposed that people with COPD have "a very fine control of expiratory flow whereby intrathoracic pressure is continuously adjusted to a level that is just enough to attain maximal flow. |
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