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Explain of Inflammation

25. Abscess formation, lung, gross

The white arrows mark areas of abscess formation in the upper lobe of this lung. The liquefactive necrosis of an abscess is apparent, because the purulent contents are draining out to leave a cavity. On a chest radiograph, the liquefied central contents of an abscess can appear as an "air-fluid level".

（本图片资料来源自美国犹他大学）