👉 Pneumocele, also known as pleural effusion, is a condition where fluid accumulates in the space between the lungs and the chest cavity. This fluid can cause symptoms such as coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath, and difficulty breathing. Pneumatoceles are often seen in people who have undergone abdominal surgery or other types of trauma to the chest area. They may also be present in patients with certain medical conditions that affect the lungs, like lung cancer