THORAX ABDOMEN AND PELVIS

Detailed explanation-1: -In all types, surgeons reach your heart through small incisions between the ribs of your chest.

Detailed explanation-2: -Thoracic surgery refers to operations on organs in the chest, including the heart, lungs and esophagus. Examples of thoracic surgery include coronary artery bypass surgery, heart transplant, lung transplant and removal of parts of the lung affected by cancer.

Detailed explanation-3: -A cardiothoracic surgeon performs surgery on your heart, lungs or esophagus and other parts of your chest. Surgeries can range from a heart valve replacement or heart transplant to treating lung cancer or esophageal cancer.

Detailed explanation-4: -Thoracic surgery can include a variety of operations in your chest (thorax). In addition to your heart and lungs, thoracic surgery can involve your esophagus, trachea or other areas. A heart valve repair, lung tumor removal or aneurysm repair in your chest all fall under the thoracic surgery category.