What is a transbronchial biopsy? A transbronchial biopsy takes a small lung tissue sample for further lung analysis. A transbronchial biopsy is a procedure that examines the lungs. In a transbronchial biopsy, the doctor passes a flexible telescope called a bronchoscope through the nose or mouth to cut a small piece of the lung tissue for …
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What is a tracheostomy? A tracheostomy is an opening that surgeons make through the front of the neck and into the windpipe (trachea) to keep it open for breathing. A tracheostomy is an opening that surgeons make through the front of the neck and into the windpipe (trachea). The tracheostomy tube is placed into the opening to keep it open …
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What is tracheobronchial sleeve resection? Tracheobronchial sleeve resection is a surgery performed to save a part and function of the lungs, typically for non-small-cell lung cancer. Tracheobronchial sleeve resection or a sleeve lobectomy is a surgical procedure to remove a lobe of the lungs and part of the bronchi (airway) usually to eliminate a cancerous or aggressive tumor. In this …
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What causes a thumb dislocation? Thumb dislocations are usually caused by bending the thumb backward (hyperextension) beyond its normal range. A forceful trauma (e.g., sports injury or fall) to any of the figure joints can result in finger dislocation (movement of bone out of its original position). The thumb consists of only two joints, whereas the other four fingers consist …
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What is a Sengstaken-Blakemore tube? A Sengstaken-Blakemore tube involves the insertion of an SB tube either through the nose or mouth to slow or stop bleeding from the esophagus or stomach caused due to varices. A Sengstaken-Blakemore tube (SB) tube is a red tube that prevents or slows bleeding from the esophagus or stomach caused due to gastric or esophageal …
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What is a posterior long leg splint? A posterior long leg splint is usually recommended for the following leg injuries includes femur bone fracture in children. Posterior long leg splinting is a type of splint used to stabilize injuries by reducing movement and providing support to prevent further limb damage. A splint is a type of medical equipment made of …
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What is a posterior long arm splint? Posterior arm splinting is often the treatment of choice in the emergency department (ED) because they reduce swelling that may be present at the site of injury and thereby reduce the further risks. Posterior long arm splint is used in the management of multiple upper long arm injuries. A splint is a type …
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What is end-tidal capnography? The end-tidal capnography is used by emergency physicians and paramedics to determine the respiration of the patient. End-tidal capnography or end-tidal CO2 (EtCO2) monitoring is a non-invasive technique that measures the partial pressure or maximal concentration of carbon dioxide (CO2) at the end of an exhaled breath. The normal values are 5-6% CO2, which is equivalent …
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What is TME surgery? Total mesorectal excision (TME) is a surgical procedure to remove cancer from the end of the anal area (rectum). Total mesorectal excision (TME) is a type of procedure to remove cancer from the end of the anal area (rectum). In this procedure, the surgeon removes the part of the rectum that contains cancer and some healthy …
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What is anterior shoulder instability? Putti-Platt is one of the surgical treatment options for anterior shoulder instability. The shoulder joint is one of the largest and most complex joints in the body. It has the greatest range of movement of any joint, but this leaves it unstable and with the highest chance of dislocation of all the body’s joints. The …
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