Mediastinal Exploration and Tissue Sampling Procedure

The provider opens and inspects the mediastinum through an approach called a mediastinotomy. The provider reaches the mediastinum by incising either the thorax, or the sternum, or breastbone. The provider inspects the mediastinum, removes any foreign body that may be present, drains any fluid collections, and may take a sample of the adjacent tissue for detection of disease. Choose a location to see hospital-reported price summaries. This page does not show national, sample, or aggregate pricing.