00548 Anesthesia thrcm procedures trachea & bronchi
Also known as: bronchial surgery anesthesia, thoracotomy airway surgery anesthesia
Anesthesia for thoracotomy procedures involving intrathoracic procedures on the trachea and bronchi. Covers general anesthesia for open surgical procedures on the tracheobronchial tree through a thoracotomy approach.
Clinical Context
Used when providing anesthesia for intrathoracic tracheobronchial surgery via thoracotomy, including bronchoplasty, sleeve resection, and repair of tracheobronchial injuries. Requires advanced airway management techniques including cross-field ventilation.
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