thorax

Thoracic incision   Definition   A thoracotomy is an incision into the thoracic cavity to gain access to the lungs, bronchi, heart or esophagus. Types 1)LATERAL INCISION a) posterolateral incision b) anterolateral incision 2)ANTERIOR INCISION a) transverse incision b)Vertical incision c) thoracolapromy incision 1) LATERAL INCISION A) POSTEROLATERAL INCISION   Extent: From the vertebral border …

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