The phrase "diseased lungs" refers to lungs that are affected by a health condition or illness. It means that there is something wrong with the lungs, which can cause difficulty in breathing and other respiratory problems. Full definition
Their work has shown that Ataluren, an investigational drug already in clinical trials for other genetic diseases, can — in some cases, slow or even reverse the excess proliferation of endothelial cells in diseased lung arteries. (lerner.ccf.org)
«We have also tested this process in human cells taken from diseased lung tissue, and we see very similar results.» (sciencedaily.com)
If the canine lung cancer exists as what is known as a lobar fusion, surgical removal of diseased lung lobes by a lobectomy is the only effective treatment,. (dog-health-handbook.com)