Chapter 7 F (Surgery) Flashcards
Endotracheal intubation (ET)
insertion of a tube through the nose or mouth, pharynx, and larynx and into the trachea to establish an airway
Laryngocentesis
Surgical puncture o the larynx
Laryngostomy
Surgical puncture of the larynx
Otorhinolaryngologist
Medical doctor who diagnoses and treats disorders of the ear, nose and throat
Pleurocentesis
Surgical puncture of pleural space
Pleuroplexy
Fixing in place of the pleura surgically, usually in case of injury or deterioration
Pneumobronchotomy
Incision of the lung and bronchus
Septostomy
Creation of an opening in the nasal septum
Thoracocentesis
Surgical puncture of the chest cavity
Thoracostomy
Establishment of an opening in the chest cavity
Tracheostomy
Creation of an artificial opening in the trachea