thorascope

/θɒrəskəʊp/

Definitions

1. noun

A medical imaging device that produces cross-sectional images of the chest by using X-rays or other forms of electromagnetic radiation.

“The doctor recommended a thorascopic examination to diagnose the patient’s condition.”

2. noun

A surgical instrument used in minimally invasive thoracic surgery.

“The thorascopic instrument was designed to reduce recovery time for patients.”

Synonyms

  • thoracoscope
  • thoracoscope

Antonyms

  • open-heart surgery