Thoracostomy
Thoracostomy
Thoracostomy (pronounced: tho·ra·cos·to·my, /θɔːrəˈkɒstəmi/) is a medical procedure involving the insertion of a tube into the pleural space for the purpose of draining air, blood, bile, pus, or other fluids.
Etymology
The term "Thoracostomy" is derived from the Greek words "thorax," meaning chest, and "stoma," meaning mouth or opening.
Procedure
A Thoracostomy is typically performed under local anesthesia. The procedure involves making a small incision in the chest wall and then inserting a tube into the pleural cavity. This tube is then connected to a drainage system to allow for the removal of air or fluid.
Indications
A Thoracostomy may be indicated in cases of pneumothorax, hemothorax, pleural effusion, or empyema. It may also be used as part of the treatment for certain lung diseases or conditions, such as lung abscess or lung cancer.
Complications
Potential complications of a Thoracostomy can include infection, bleeding, damage to the lung or other nearby structures, and reaccumulation of air or fluid in the pleural space.
Related Terms
- Pleural space: The potential space between the two pleurae of the lungs.
- Pneumothorax: A condition in which air leaks into the space between your lung and chest wall.
- Hemothorax: A type of pleural effusion in which blood accumulates in the pleural cavity.
- Pleural effusion: A buildup of fluid between the layers of tissue that line the lungs and chest cavity.
- Empyema: A condition in which pus collects in the pleural space.
- Lung abscess: A type of liquefactive necrosis of the lung tissue and formation of cavities containing necrotic debris or fluid caused by microbial infection.
- Lung cancer: A type of cancer that begins in the lungs.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Thoracostomy
- Wikipedia's article - Thoracostomy
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