THORAX ABDOMEN AND PELVIS

Detailed explanation-1: -Anterior mediastinotomy (the Chamberlain procedure) is surgical entry to the mediastinum via an incision in the parasternal 2nd left intercostal space, that is performed in order to biopsy and obtain a histologic diagnosis of enlarged mediastinal lymph nodes and mesothoracic masses.

Detailed explanation-2: -Mediastinoscopy is the direct visual examination of the area inside the middle of the chest between the two lungs (the mediastinum) through a viewing tube (mediastinoscope). Mediastinotomy is surgical opening of the mediastinum. The mediastinum contains the heart, trachea, esophagus, thymus, and lymph nodes.

Detailed explanation-3: -The healthcare provider will make a small cut (incision) just above your breastbone (sternum). He or she will use a finger to make a passageway into the mediastinum and examine the lymph nodes by touch. The mediastinoscope will be put through the passageway. Tissue samples may be taken (biopsy).