Empyema vs. Emphysema

Empyemanoun

(medicine) A collection of pus within a naturally existing anatomical cavity (as opposed to an abscess, which occurs in a newly formed cavity).

Empyemanoun

A collection of blood, pus, or other fluid, in some cavity of the body, especially that of the pleura.

Empyemanoun

a collection of pus in a body cavity (especially in the lung cavity)

Empyema

An empyema () is a collection or gathering of pus within a naturally existing anatomical cavity. For example, pleural empyema is empyema of the pleural cavity.

Emphysemanoun

(pathology) An abnormal accumulation of air or other gas in tissues, most commonly the lungs.

Emphysemanoun

(medicine) Pulmonary emphysema, a chronic lung disease, one type of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

Emphysemanoun

A swelling produced by gas or air diffused in the cellular tissue.

Emphysemanoun

an abnormal condition of the lungs marked by decreased respiratory function; associated with smoking or chronic bronchitis or old age