Wedge

Wedge (medicine)

A wedge in the field of medicine refers to a triangular shaped object or formation. In medical terminology, it is often used to describe a specific shape of an area of tissue, particularly in the context of medical imaging.

Medical Imaging[edit | edit source]

In medical imaging, a wedge may refer to a particular shape of an area of tissue. This is often seen in the context of radiology, where a wedge-shaped area may indicate a certain type of pathology. For example, in the imaging of the lungs, a wedge-shaped opacity may suggest a pulmonary infarction or a cancerous lesion.

Surgical Tool[edit | edit source]

A wedge can also refer to a type of surgical instrument. In this context, a wedge is a triangular shaped tool that is used to separate or hold tissue apart during surgery. This can be particularly useful in procedures such as orthopedic surgery, where a wedge may be used to correct deformities or to aid in the placement of implants.

Wedge Resection[edit | edit source]

In the field of surgery, a wedge resection is a procedure where a wedge-shaped piece of tissue is removed. This is often done in the context of cancer treatment, where a wedge resection may be performed to remove a cancerous tumor. For example, a wedge resection is a common procedure in the treatment of lung cancer.

Wedge Pressure[edit | edit source]

In cardiology, wedge pressure is a measurement of the blood pressure in the pulmonary artery. This measurement is often used in the diagnosis and management of conditions such as pulmonary hypertension and heart failure.

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