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For what reasons are thoracotomies performed?
Thoracotomy allows for study of the condition of the lungs; removal of a lung or part of a lung; removal of a rib; and examination, treatment, or removal of any organs in the chest cavity
How is a lobectomy performed?
To perform a lobectomy, the surgeon makes an incision (thoracotomy ) between the ribs to expose the lung
Nursing care plan for closed thoracotomy tube?
nursing care plan for thoracotomy
Where is a thoracotomy incision made?
on the side, under the arm (axillary thoracotomy); on the front, through the breastbone (median sternotomy); slanting from the back to the side (posterolateral thoracotomy); or under the breast
What is the accented syllable for thoracotomy?
Thor
What alternative is there to emergency thoracotomy?
a tube thoracostomy, a tube placed through chest wall to drain excess fluid. Over 80% of patients with a penetrating chest wound can be successfully managed with a thoracostomy
WHAT CPT CODE IS REPORTED FOR A MAJOR THORACOTOMY FOR POST-OP HEMORRHAGE FOLLOWING AN EDOSCOPIC UPPER LOBECTOMY?
For a major thoracotomy performed due to post-operative hemorrhage following an endoscopic upper lobectomy, the appropriate CPT code to report would typically be 32110, which describes a thoracotomy with repair of the lung. However, it's important to review the specific clinical details and documentation to ensure accurate coding, as other codes may be applicable depending on the specific circumstances and any additional procedures performed. Always consult the latest CPT coding guidelines for precise coding practices.
What is the ICD-9CM code for thoracotomy with total lobectomy of the left lung?
Thoracotomy is the approach used and is not coded. Code for lobectomy, lung, complete, other is 32.49
What purpose does thoracotomy serve?
Thoracotomy, or surgical incision of the chest wall, is used primarily as a diagnostic tool when other procedures have failed to provide adequate diagnostic information.
What is the reason for emergency amputations?
Injury and arterial embolisms are the main reasons for emergency amputations.
An emergency appendectomy is performed on mr geiger?
No
How is thoracic surgery done?
The patient is placed under general anesthesia and endotracheally intubated for the procedure. The procedure followed varies according to the purpose of the surgery. An incision that opens the chest (thoracotomy) is frequently performed.
