Thoracic medicine

Thoracic Medicine

Thoracic medicine, also known as Pulmonology, is a branch of Medicine that deals with diseases involving the Respiratory Tract. The term is derived from the Latin word 'thorax', meaning 'chest', and the Greek word 'medicina', meaning 'healing'.

Pronunciation

Thoracic Medicine: /θəˈræsɪk ˈmɛdɪsɪn/

Etymology

The term 'Thoracic' is derived from the Latin 'thorax' which means 'chest'. 'Medicine' comes from the Latin 'medicina', which means 'the healing art'.

Related Terms

• Pulmonology: The medical specialty dealing with diseases involving the respiratory tract.
• Thoracic Surgery: A surgical specialty that involves operations on the heart, lungs, esophagus, and other organs within the thorax.
• Respiratory Therapy: A healthcare profession that specializes in cardiopulmonary function and health.
• Cardiothoracic: Pertaining to the heart and chest.
• Thorax: The part of the body between the neck and the abdomen, enclosed by the ribs and the sternum.

See Also

• Cardiology
• Respiratory System
• Thoracic Cavity
• Thoracic Vertebrae

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Thoracic medicine
• Wikipedia's article - Thoracic medicine

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