The primary function of the lung is to facilitate gas exchange between atmospheric air and the blood in the acinus. Here, gas exchange takes place across an extremely thin membrane (\(0.6 \,\upmu ...
Effective lung isolation prevents lung-to-lung aspiration during thoracotomy for the management of hemoptysis. Double-lumen endobronchial tubes (DLT) and bronchial blockers are commonly used for lung ...