Pulmonary laceration
Pulmonary Laceration
Pulmonary laceration (pronounced: puhl-MON-uh-ree LAS-uh-RAY-shuhn) is a medical condition characterized by a tear or cut in the lung tissue. This condition often results from blunt or penetrating trauma to the chest.
Etymology
The term "pulmonary" is derived from the Latin word "pulmonarius," which means "of the lungs." The term "laceration" comes from the Latin word "lacerare," which means "to tear or rend."
Causes
Pulmonary laceration is most commonly caused by blunt trauma to the chest, such as from a car accident or fall. It can also be caused by penetrating trauma, such as a gunshot or stab wound. Less commonly, it can occur as a complication of medical procedures, such as bronchoscopy or lung biopsy.
Symptoms
Symptoms of pulmonary laceration can include shortness of breath, chest pain, coughing up blood, and difficulty breathing. In severe cases, it can lead to pneumothorax (collapsed lung) or hemothorax (blood in the chest cavity).
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of pulmonary laceration typically involves imaging tests, such as a chest X-ray or CT scan. In some cases, a bronchoscopy may be performed to visualize the inside of the lungs.
Treatment
Treatment for pulmonary laceration depends on the severity of the injury. Minor lacerations may heal on their own with rest and supportive care. More severe lacerations may require surgery to repair the damaged lung tissue. In some cases, a chest tube may be inserted to drain blood or air from the chest cavity.
Related Terms
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Pulmonary laceration
- Wikipedia's article - Pulmonary laceration
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