Level 3, 4 tracheal ring

What does "Level 3, 4 tracheal ring" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"Level 3, 4 tracheal ring" refers to a specific location in the trachea, which is the tube that carries air to and from the lungs. The trachea is made up of about 20 rings of cartilage, which are numbered from top (near the throat) to bottom. So, the 3rd and 4th tracheal rings are located near the top of the trachea, just below the throat. This term is often used in medical contexts to describe where a problem or procedure is located within the trachea.

Confusing Medical Report?

BaluMed makes medicine understandable! Our extensive medical report explanation 'translates' complex medical terms from MRI findings and discharge summaries into easily understandable language. With a combination of artificial intelligence and medical expertise, we offer quickly available and reliable information.

  • Extensive. Summary, explanation per section, glossary.
  • Fast & Reliable. Doctor-reviewed, receive today.
  • Privacy. Documents are automatically anonymized.
  • Multilingual. English or German.