DLT, Double-lumen endotracheal tube; ETT, endotracheal tube; WEB, wire-guided endobronchial blocker. From Campos JH. Lung separation techniques. In Kaplan JA, Slinger PD, eds. Thoracic Anesthesia. 3rd ed. Philadelphia: Churchill Livingstone;…
E Mediastinal masses 1. Introduction Masses in the mediastinum can compress vital structures and cause changes in cardiac output, obstruction to air flow, atelectasis, or central nervous system changes. Masses can…
F Mediastinoscopy 1. Introduction Mediastinoscopy involves passing a scope into the mediastinum via an incision above the suprasternal notch. The scope is passed anterior to the trachea in close proximity to…
D Mastectomy 1. Introduction Total mastectomy (simple or complete mastectomy) removes only the breast; no axillary node dissection is involved. It is used for the treatment of ductal carcinoma in situ….
PGL, Persistent generalized lymphadenopathy. Data from US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. 1993 Revised classification system for HIV infection and expanded surveillance case definition for AIDS among adolescents and…
B Bronchoscopy 1. Introduction Bronchoscopy permits direct inspection of the larynx, trachea, and bronchi. Indications include collection of secretions for cytologic or bacteriologic examination, tissue biopsy, location of bleeding and tumors,…
A Breast biopsy 1. Introduction Breast cancer is diagnosed by excisional breast biopsy (by needle aspiration or open excision) followed later by a more definitive surgical procedure designed to decrease tumor…
X Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty 1. Introduction Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty is performed primarily for the treatment of OSA. Tonsillectomy is often performed concurrently. Nasopharyngeal airway obstruction is relieved by removing redundant and obstructing tissues of the…
V Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy 1. Introduction Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy are among the most common surgical procedures performed in the United States, especially for children. Such surgical procedures are indicated for the…
