How Do You Spell DECORTICATION OF THE LUNG?

1. Decortication of the lung refers to a surgical procedure conducted to remove the fibrous outer layer or membrane surrounding the lung, known as the pleura. This procedure is typically performed when the pleura becomes thickened or scarred, leading to restricted lung expansion and impaired respiratory function.

   The decortication procedure involves making an incision in the chest and carefully removing the affected pleural tissue. It aims to alleviate symptoms such as chest pain, shortness of breath, and coughing, while also improving lung function. By removing the thickened pleura, decortication encourages the lung to expand more easily and restores its ability to effectively exchange oxygen and carbon dioxide.

   Decortication of the lung is commonly recommended for patients suffering from conditions such as pleural effusion, empyema (infected pleural space), lung infections, or lung diseases like asbestosis or tuberculosis. The procedure can be performed through traditional open surgery or more recently, with the advancement of medical technology, it may also be conducted using minimally invasive techniques.

   Overall, decortication of the lung is a surgical intervention that seeks to address respiratory impairments caused by thickened pleural membranes or conditions affecting the pleura. It aims to improve lung functionality, relieve respiratory symptoms, and ultimately enhance the overall respiratory health of the patient.

2. Removal of the pleura, both pulmonary and costal, for the cure of chronic empyema.

   A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

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