transthoracic

transthoracic definition - medical

trans·tho·rac·ic (trănsˌthə-răsˈĭk)

adjective
Across or through the thoracic cavity or chest wall.

Related Forms:

  • transˌtho·racˈi·cal·ly adverb

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