The Mesothelioma SOS Glossary - T

Thoracentesis
Removal of fluid from the pleural cavity through a needle inserted between the ribs.

Trachea
Airway that connects the larynx to the lungs. Also known as the windpipe.

Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) Therapy
Treatment where mild electric currents are applied to the skin by a small power pack connected to two electrodes.

Tumor
An abnormal growth in a tissue caused by the uncontrollable reproduction of cells that can be very dangerous.

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