Definition

This word describes something that is connected to both the heart and the chest area, often used in medical contexts.

Example

The cardiothoracic surgeon performed a complex operation on the patient's heart and lungs.

Conversation

Have you heard about the new cardiothoracic surgeon in town?

Yeah, I heard he’s really skilled and has great reviews.

It's impressive how specialized cardiothoracic medicine can be!

Absolutely! It makes a huge difference in patients' lives.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Cardiothoracic is formed from "cardio-" (from Greek "kardia", meaning heart) and "thoracic" (from Greek "thorax", meaning chest). The term refers to the area of medicine that deals with the heart and chest, particularly in surgical contexts.

Memory Tip

Think of 'kardia' meaning heart and 'thorax' meaning chest — together, they describe the medical field that focuses on the heart and chest.

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