thoracobronchotomy

Example:The thoracotomy and thoracobronchotomy were necessary to fully explore and address the patient's lung issues.

Definition:An operation involving incision of the chest cavity, often to remove part of the rib cage or to perform surgery on internal organs including the lungs.

Example:Before the thoracobronchotomy, a bronchoscopy was conducted to identify and examine any abnormalities within the bronchial tubes.

Definition:Examination of the air passages using a thin, lighted tube (bronchoscope) for diagnostic purposes.