adjective
- relating to or involving the heart and chest, especially in medical or surgical contexts
Usage: medical/surgical term; commonly used in healthcare settings
Examples
- She specializes in cardiothoracic surgery at the hospital.
- The cardiothoracic unit handles complex heart and lung operations.
- He was referred to a cardiothoracic surgeon after his diagnosis.
- Cardiothoracic imaging helps doctors plan surgical procedures.
- The patient underwent cardiothoracic rehabilitation after surgery.