Toraco

Torako is a mysterious term that we often hear in various films, television shows and literary works. Many of us don’t even know what it is and what associations it evokes in us. Today we will try to uncover the secrets of this term and figure out what it means.

The word "thorako" comes from the Greek "thraxos", which means "breast". Thus, thorako can be translated as “that which is in the chest.” However, to understand what exactly is in the chest, it is necessary to turn to human anatomy. The rib cage is made up of the ribs and sternum, which together form a frame that protects internal organs such as the heart and lungs. Below this frame are the large organs of the digestive system, which form the basis of our body.

Thoracic is a medical term used to describe that which is associated with the chest and its internal organs. Thoracic surgeons are doctors who specialize in operations on the chest and its organs. One example of thoracic surgery may be the removal of a tumor in the breastbone or lungs. Such operations are among the most dangerous and risky, since they require work with vital organs of the human body.