THORACOSTOMIES Meaning and
Definition
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Thoracostomies are medical procedures performed to create a surgical opening in the chest wall, specifically the thoracic cavity. This is done to gain access to the pleural space or the space between the lungs and the chest wall. A thoracostomy is typically carried out to manage various conditions affecting the lungs, such as a collapsed lung, accumulation of air or fluid in the pleural space, or to relieve tension caused by these conditions.
During a thoracostomy, a small incision is made in the chest wall, and a chest tube or drainage catheter is inserted into the pleural space. This tube serves the purpose of removing air, blood, or fluid from the pleural cavity, thus allowing the lung to re-expand or relieving the pressure caused by the accumulated substances. The tube is connected to a drainage system, which collects and measures the volume of fluid or air removed.
Thoracostomies are commonly used in emergency situations, traumatic injuries, or as a part of planned surgical interventions involving the chest. They are typically performed under local or general anesthesia, depending on the individual circumstances of the patient.
Although thoracostomies may carry certain risks, such as infection, bleeding, or injury to surrounding structures, they are generally deemed safe and effective procedures that can significantly improve the management and outcome of lung-related conditions.
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Etymology of THORACOSTOMIES
The word "Thoracostomies" can be broken down into two components: "thoraco-" and "-stomies".
The prefix "thoraco-" is derived from the Greek word "thorax", which means "chest". It is commonly used in medical terminology to refer to structures or conditions related to the chest area, such as the thoracic cavity or thoracic surgery.
The second part of the word, "-stomies", is derived from the Greek word "stoma", which means "mouth" or "opening". In medical terminology, the suffix "-stomy" is used to indicate a surgical procedure involving the creation of an opening or an anastomosis.
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