Effusion - Wikipedia In medical terminology, an effusion refers to accumulation of fluid in an anatomic space, usually without loculation Specific examples include subdural, mastoid, pericardial and pleural effusions
Effusion | definition of effusion by Medical dictionary effusion 1 Movement of fluid from its usual situation, to form a collection elsewhere 2 The collection of fluid in an abnormal site, as in a pleural effusion, a pericardial effusion or a joint effusion
Effusion Definition, Types, Causes, Symptoms, Treatment Effusion is the term for accumulation of fluid in a body cavity particularly within the cranial cavity, in the middle ear, around the lungs, around the heart, in the abdomen (peritoneal cavity) and in the joint spaces
Understanding Effusion: Causes, Symptoms, and Management Effusion, in a medical context, refers to the abnormal accumulation of fluid in a body cavity or space This excess fluid buildup can occur in various areas of the body, such as the pleural cavity around the lungs