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Pneumonectomy in children.

D F Blyth1, N J Buckels, R Sewsunker

  • 1Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Wentworth and King George V Hospitals, Nelson R. Mandela School of Medicine, University of Natal, Durban, South Africa blyth@nu.ac.za

European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery : Official Journal of the European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery
|September 26, 2002
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Pneumonectomy in children is rare but can be performed safely with careful preparation, meticulous surgical technique, and attention to detail. This review of 59 pediatric cases found no deaths, highlighting the procedure

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Surgery
  • Thoracic Surgery
  • Pulmonary Medicine

Background:

  • Pneumonectomy in pediatric patients is infrequently documented in surgical literature.
  • Understanding the risk-benefit profile and outcomes of pediatric pneumonectomy is crucial for surgical decision-making.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review a 7-year experience with pneumonectomy in children (14 years and younger).
  • To determine the risk-benefit ratio of this procedure in the pediatric population.
  • To compare institutional experience with existing literature on pediatric pneumonectomy.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of 59 children (6 months to 14 years) who underwent pneumonectomy between January 1991 and December 1997.
  • Evaluation of diagnostic techniques, including bronchography and high-resolution computed tomography (HRCT) scans, for disease assessment.

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  • Assessment of intra-operative and post-operative complications, surgical techniques (e.g., bronchus blockers, prone positioning), and histological findings.

    • Main Results:

    • Fifty-nine pediatric patients underwent pneumonectomy; common indications included bronchiectasis and tuberculosis.
    • Intra-operative complications occurred in 10.1% and post-operative complications in 11.8% of cases, with no mortality.
    • Bronchus blockers were utilized effectively, though associated with some risks; prone positioning was also employed.

    Conclusions:

    • Careful pre-operative preparation, including potential anti-tuberculosis coverage, and precise surgical timing are essential for successful pediatric pneumonectomy.
    • Meticulous anesthetic and surgical techniques, alongside effective patient and team cooperation, are critical for optimizing outcomes.
    • Attention to detail in managing this complex procedure renders pneumonectomy a safe option for children.