THERMOTRACHEOTOMY Meaning and
Definition
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Thermotracheotomy is a medical procedure primarily used in emergency situations to provide an alternative airway for patients who are unable to breathe due to an obstruction in the upper respiratory tract. It involves the creation of an opening or tracheostomy in the trachea, the windpipe that connects the larynx with the bronchial tubes, using thermal energy.
During a thermotracheotomy, a specialized instrument generating heat, such as a heated wire or laser, is utilized to create the tracheostomy incision. The controlled application of heat helps create a clean and precise incision in the tracheal wall. This method is considered advantageous due to its potential for reduced trauma and blood loss compared to traditional tracheotomies that involve surgical incisions.
Thermotracheotomy is commonly performed in urgent situations where immediate airway access is required, such as in cases of severe airway blockage or trauma. It can be a life-saving intervention when there is no time for traditional surgical approaches. However, it is crucial to note that thermotracheotomy is typically a temporary measure and is often followed by a formal tracheostomy using conventional surgical techniques to secure the airway in the long term.
The term "thermotracheotomy" combines "thermo-" denoting heat or thermal energy, "tracheo-" referring to the trachea, and "-tomy" indicating a surgical incision or operation.
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Tracheotomy performed by means of the thermocautery.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
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Etymology of THERMOTRACHEOTOMY
The word "thermotracheotomy" is a compound word formed from three Greek roots: "thermo" (meaning heat), "tracheo" (meaning trachea), and "tomy" (meaning incision).
The root "thermo" comes from the Greek word "thermos", which means hot or warm. It is related to the concept of heat and temperature.
The root "tracheo" is derived from the Greek word "tracheia", which means trachea. The trachea is the long tube-like structure in the throat that allows air to pass between the nose/mouth and the lungs.
The suffix "-tomy" is derived from the Greek word "tomḗ", which means cutting or incision. It is commonly used to denote a surgical procedure involving cutting or incision.
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