effusion

Definition / meaning of effusion

An abnormal collection of fluid in hollow spaces or between tissues of the body. For example, a pleural effusion is a collection of fluid between the two layers of membrane covering the lungs.

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The Web site of the National Cancer Institute (http://www.cancer.gov/)

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