Penetrating injuries can cause lung collapse from the accumulation of blood in the pleural cavity, known as a ____.

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A hemothorax is the accumulation of blood in the pleural cavity, which can cause lung collapse. A pneumothorax is the accumulation of air in the pleural cavity, which can also cause lung collapse but is not caused by a penetrating injury. A hypothorax and hyperthorax are not medical terms.

Penetrating Injuries Can Cause Lung Collapse from the Accumulation of Blood