THORAX ABDOMEN AND PELVIS

MEDICAL

MEDIASTINUM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Mediastinum codes are identified by which factor?
A
extenuating circumstances
B
conditional complexity
C
patient position
D
surgical approach
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The area between the lungs. The organs in this area include the heart and its large blood vessels, the trachea, the esophagus, the thymus, and lymph nodes but not the lungs.

Detailed explanation-2: -Diaphragm eventration refers to an abnormal placement of the diaphragm-the main muscle involved in breathing that is normally found below the lungs.

Detailed explanation-3: -A diaphragmatic hernia (DH) is a protrusion of abdominal contents into the thoracic cavity due to a defect within the diaphragm. It is most common as a congenital phenomenon; however, it can also be acquired.

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