British Thoracic Society
British Thoracic Society
The British Thoracic Society (pronunciation: /ˈbrɪtɪʃ θəˈræsɪk ˈsoʊsaɪɪti/), often abbreviated as BTS, is a professional and academic society which is dedicated to improving the care for people with respiratory disease in the UK. The society was established in 1982, and its headquarters are located in London, United Kingdom.
Etymology
The term "thoracic" is derived from the Greek word "thorax", which means "chest". The society is named as such because it focuses on diseases and conditions that affect the chest area, specifically the lungs and associated tissues.
Function
The British Thoracic Society works to promote the best possible care for people suffering from respiratory diseases. It does this by providing educational resources, conducting research, and advocating for better healthcare policies. The society also organizes annual conferences and events to facilitate the exchange of knowledge and ideas among healthcare professionals in the field of pulmonology.
Related Terms
- Respiratory disease: A broad term for diseases and conditions that affect the lungs and other parts of the respiratory system.
- Pulmonology: The branch of medicine that deals with the causes, diagnosis, prevention and treatment of diseases affecting the lungs.
- Thorax: The part of the body between the neck and the abdomen, enclosed by the ribs and the breastbone; the chest.
See Also
- American Thoracic Society
- European Respiratory Society
- International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on British Thoracic Society
- Wikipedia's article - British Thoracic Society
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