Laparothoracotomy

Laparothoracotomy is a combined operation in which the surgeon makes an incision in both the abdominal cavity and the chest.

This procedure allows surgeons to access organs in both abdominal and thoracic areas to examine, treat, or remove them. It may be needed for injuries, tumors, or other conditions affecting organs in both cavities.

During a laparothoracotomy, two incisions are made. The first is in the abdomen, as with a conventional laparotomy. The second is in the chest, as with a thoracotomy. These two incisions are connected, giving the surgeon direct access from the abdominal cavity to the chest cavity.

Laparothoracotomy requires general anesthesia and is a fairly complex procedure. It carries a risk of complications such as bleeding, infection, and breathing problems. After surgery, careful postoperative care and monitoring is required to ensure the patient's recovery.

Laparothoracotomy is one of the types of surgical interventions. The purpose of this operation is to remove pathology of the abdominal cavity and chest using laparotomy and thoracotomy incisions. The main idea is to provide access to both organs in one incision, which contributes to more accurate diagnosis and surgical