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• Chest physiotherapy
  == Chest Physiotherapy == ...physiotherapy''' (pronounced: ch-est fiz-ee-oh-ther-uh-pee) is a group of physical techniques that improve lung function and patient well-being.
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• Wooden chest syndrome
  == Wooden Chest Syndrome == ...st sɪndroʊm'') is a medical condition characterized by a rigid, inflexible chest wall. This condition can lead to respiratory complications and is often ass
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• Airway clearance therapy
  == Airway Clearance Therapy == ...hat help people clear mucus from their lungs. These techniques may include physical activities, devices, or medications.
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• Pectus carinatum
  ...ternum]] and ribs. The term derives from the Latin words 'pectus' meaning 'chest' and 'carinatum' meaning 'keel-like' or 'protruding like the keel of a ship ...be present at birth or develop during puberty. Other symptoms may include chest pain, shortness of breath, and decreased exercise tolerance.
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• Pigeon breast
  ...bs. The term "pigeon breast" is derived from the similar appearance to the chest of a pigeon. ...al term, "pectus carinatum," is derived from Latin, with "pectus" meaning "chest" and "carinatum" meaning "keel-like," referring to the keel of a ship.
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• Costochondritis
  ...cartilage and bones in the chest wall. This condition is also known as '''chest wall pain''', '''costosternal syndrome''', and '''costosternal chondrodynia ...ide of the chest but can occur on either side. The pain often worsens with physical activity, deep breathing, and pressure on the affected area.
  2 KB (231 words) - 22:31, 7 February 2024
• Tietze syndrome
  ...ced tee-ET-zuh syndrome) is a rare, inflammatory disorder characterized by chest pain and swelling of the cartilage of one or more of the upper ribs (costoc ...amed after the German surgeon [[Alexander Tietze]], who first described it in 1921.
  2 KB (288 words) - 20:43, 9 February 2024
• Da Costa's syndrome
  ...t disease, but are often associated with anxiety or stress rather than any physical heart condition. ...ome" is derived from the fact that the symptoms often occur or worsen with physical exertion. "Cardiac Neurosis" refers to the psychological aspect of the cond
  2 KB (241 words) - 22:09, 11 February 2024
• Median sternotomy
  ...dian sternotomy''' (/miːdiːən stɜːrˈnɒtəmi/; from the Latin ''sternon'' - "chest" and the Greek ''-tomy'' - "cutting") is a type of [[surgical procedure]] t ...n cut along its length using a special saw, allowing the two halves of the chest to be spread apart. This provides the surgeon with access to the heart and
  2 KB (260 words) - 11:51, 10 February 2024
• Pulmonary toxicity
  ...include [[Chemotherapy|chemotherapy drugs]], [[Radiation therapy|radiation therapy]], [[Asbestos|asbestos]], and certain [[Antibiotics|antibiotics]]. ...[[Shortness of breath|shortness of breath]], [[Cough|cough]], [[Chest pain|chest pain]], and [[Fatigue|fatigue]].
  2 KB (280 words) - 22:45, 14 February 2024
• Sternotomy
  The term "sternotomy" is derived from the Greek words "sternon," which means chest, and "tome," which means cutting. ...he chest, cutting through the sternum. This allows the surgeon to open the chest cavity and access the heart and lungs. The procedure is commonly performed
  2 KB (284 words) - 06:54, 13 February 2024
• Respiratory symptoms
  * [[Shortness of breath]]: Difficulty in breathing or feeling breathless. * [[Chest pain]]: Discomfort or pain in the chest area.
  2 KB (203 words) - 05:39, 11 February 2024
• Obstructive lung disease
  .../) is a type of [[lung disease]] that prevents the air from flowing freely in and out of the lungs. ...uctus", meaning "blocked", and the Old English word "lung", meaning "light in weight", which refers to the organ's lightness when healthy. The word "dise
  2 KB (191 words) - 02:18, 12 February 2024
• Pulmonary contusion
  ...n is most commonly caused by [[blunt trauma]] to the chest. This can occur in various situations such as car accidents, falls from height, or during cont ...tness of breath]], [[chest pain]], and coughing up blood ([[hemoptysis]]). In severe cases, it can lead to [[respiratory failure]].
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• Armstrong
  ...om the English words "arm" and "strong", indicating strength or resilience in the arm or upper body. ...of the heart. The sign is positive if the patient experiences relief from chest pain when leaning forward.
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• Pneumomediastinum
  ...y-nuhm) is a medical condition characterized by the presence of air or gas in the mediastinum, the central compartment of the thoracic cavity. ...ts into the mediastinum. The mediastinum is the space in the middle of the chest, between the lungs, containing the heart, large blood vessels, windpipe (tr
  2 KB (303 words) - 01:34, 8 February 2024
• Catamenial pneumothorax
  ...words "katamenia" (meaning monthly) and "pneumothorax" (meaning air in the chest cavity). [[Catamenial Pneumothorax]] is a type of [[pneumothorax]] that occurs in conjunction with the menstrual cycle. It is characterized by the recurrent
  2 KB (261 words) - 06:57, 11 February 2024
• Pulmonary hygiene
  ...clear mucus and secretions from the lungs. These techniques are often used in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), cystic fibrosis There are several techniques used in pulmonary hygiene, including:
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• Progressive massive fibrosis
  ...oniosis]] characterized by the presence of large masses of fibrotic tissue in the lungs. ...ibrosis" which refers to the formation of excess fibrous connective tissue in an organ.
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• Tuberculous pericarditis
  The symptoms of tuberculous pericarditis can vary, but often include [[chest pain]], [[fever]], and [[shortness of breath]]. Other symptoms may include ...al examination, and various diagnostic tests such as [[echocardiogram]], [[chest X-ray]], and [[biopsy]] of the pericardium.
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