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The inner part of the pericardium, forming a double sac which contains fluid to prevent the two parts of the pericardium from rubbing together. A flattened sac formed of a single layer of cells and connective tissue.  

Inflammation of a serous membrane, such as the lining of the thoracic cavity (pleura). An inflammation of a serous membrane, such as the pleura, pericardium, or peritoneum. Serositis is one of the cardinal findings in connective tissue diseases like systemic lupus erythematosus. The inflammation of a serosal membrane is known as serositis. When two or…

A diagnosis which comes from testing serum. Identification of an illness through a serological test such as that for syphilis or typhoid.  

Referring to serology.  

To produce specific antibodies in response to the presence of an antigen such as a bacterium or virus.  

In a serious way.  

Having very bad consequences. Thoughtful and not superficial or humorous.  

A condition in which a hole exists in a septum, usually the septum of the heart.  

A trade name for co-trimoxazole. A wall between two parts of an organ, e.g. between two parts of the heart or between the two nostrils in the nose.  

A surgical operation to straighten the cartilage in the septum.