Thoracotomy

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A thoracotomy is a surgical procedure that involves cutting open the chest wall to gain access into the pleural cavity. It is mostly performed by specialist cardiothoracic surgeons, although emergency physicians or paramedics occasionally also perform the procedure under life-threatening circumstances.

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