Thoracic Surgical Incisions Flashcards
1
Q
What is a median sternotomy
- where would you find this
- when would this be used
A
Thorax midline
- valve replacement
- CABG
2
Q
What is an anterolateral thoracotomy scar
- where would you find this
- when would this be used
A
Between lateral border of sternum and MAL, 5th ICS
-minimally invasive valve repair
3
Q
What is an infraclavicular scar
- where would you find this
- when would this be used
A
Infraclavicular region on left side
-PM insertion
4
Q
What is a left MA scar
- where would you find this
- when would this be used
A
Insertion of subcutaneous ICD
5
Q
What is an axillary thoracotomy scar
- where would you see this
- what is this a sign of
A
Posterior border of pec major and anterior border of latissimus dorsi via 5th ICS
Insertion of chest drains
6
Q
What is a posterolateral thoracotomy scar
- where would you find this
- what is this a sign of
A
Between scapula, mid spinal line extending laterally to ant axillary line
-lobectomy, pneumonectomy, esophageal surgery
