| pledge |
A person who has accepted a bid to join a fraternity or sorority chapter but has not yet been initiated. Also see Associate Member.
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| pleomorphic |
Occurring in various distinct forms. In terms of cells, having variation in the size and shape of cells or their nuclei.
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| pleural cavity |
The space enclosed by the pleura, which is a thin layer of tissue that covers the lungs and lines the interior wall of the chest cavity.
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| pleurodesis |
A medical procedure that uses chemicals or drugs to cause inflammation and adhesion between the layers of the pleura (the tissue that covers the lungs and lines the interior wall of the chest cavity). This prevents the buildup of fluid in the pleural cavity. It is used as a treatment for severe pleural effusion.
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| plexopathy |
A disorder affecting a network of nerves, blood vessels, or lymph vessels.
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