THORACOSTOMY Definition & Meaning

thoracostomy

[ thawr-uh-kos-tuh-mee, thohr- ]

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noun

Surgery.

plural thoracostomies.

the construction of an artificial opening through the chest wall, usually for the drainage of fluid or the release of an abnormal accumulation of air.
the opening so constructed.

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Origin of thoracostomy¹

thoraco- + -stomy

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For a chest, belly, or head wound, the most helpful interventions, such as suction or a needle thoracostomy, require E.M.S. training, but applying pressure can help a patient hold on.

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