Pulmonology

Pulmonary Contusion

A bruise of the lung tissue caused by blunt chest trauma, resulting in hemorrhage and edema without laceration, which impairs gas exchange.

Turkish Pulmoner Kontüzyon
Pronunciation ˈpʌlmənɛri kənˈtuːʒən
Usage frequency 7

Relative in-app score

traumarespiratorycritical-careradiologyemergency
Lung bruisePulmonary bruising

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Meaning and Clinical Context

A bruise of the lung tissue caused by blunt chest trauma, resulting in hemorrhage and edema without laceration, which impairs gas exchange.

Pulmonary contusion typically occurs after blunt chest trauma, such as motor vehicle collisions or falls. Management includes oxygen therapy, pain control, and careful fluid management to prevent worsening pulmonary edema. Severe cases may require mechanical ventilation.

Turkish Translation

Pulmoner Kontüzyon

Example in Use

English: The patient presented with hypoxia and chest wall tenderness following a high-speed MVC, and CT revealed bilateral pulmonary contusions with associated rib fractures.

Turkish: Yüksek hızlı bir motorlu araç kazası sonrası hipoksi ve göğüs duvarı hassasiyeti ile başvuran hastanın BT'sinde bilateral pulmoner kontüzyonlar ve ilişkili kaburga kırıkları tespit edildi.

Clinical Notes

Scenario

A 32-year-old male presents post-MVC with tachypnea and decreased breath sounds. Simulate assessment and management of suspected pulmonary contusion.

Response Template

CT chest confirms pulmonary contusion with associated rib fractures; initiate supplemental oxygen and analgesia, monitor for respiratory failure.

Mini FAQ

What does Pulmonary Contusion mean in medical English?

A bruise of the lung tissue caused by blunt chest trauma, resulting in hemorrhage and edema without laceration, which impairs gas exchange.

When is Pulmonary Contusion used in clinical communication?

Pulmonary contusion typically occurs after blunt chest trauma, such as motor vehicle collisions or falls. Management includes oxygen therapy, pain control, and careful fluid management to prevent worsening pulmonary edema. Severe cases may require mechanical ventilation.

Which glossary category includes Pulmonary Contusion?

Pulmonary Contusion is grouped under Pulmonology in the HealthSpeak glossary.

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