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[Thoracotomy with muscle sparing].

L Normandin1, A Pagé, A Verdant

  • 1Département de chirurgie, Université de Montréal, Québec, Canada.

Annales De Chirurgie
|January 1, 1991
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Muscle sparing thoracotomy is a safe and effective surgical approach for most thoracic procedures, offering easier pain control and improved shoulder mobility. Horizontal incisions may provide better exposure for complex cases.

Area of Science:

  • Thoracic Surgery
  • Surgical Techniques
  • Minimally Invasive Procedures

Context:

  • Recent literature suggests increased use of muscle sparing thoracotomy.
  • This study evaluated the safety and efficacy of muscle sparing techniques in 132 consecutive thoracotomies performed between March 1988 and February 1990.

Purpose:

  • To assess the outcomes of muscle sparing thoracotomy.
  • To compare horizontal and vertical muscle sparing incisions.
  • To identify optimal approaches for specific thoracic procedures.

Summary:

  • A muscle sparing technique was utilized in 77% of 132 thoracotomies, including lobectomies, pneumonectomies, and other lung surgeries.
  • Horizontal incisions were favored in 61% of cases, with latissimus dorsi transection in 30% for enhanced exposure.

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  • The technique demonstrated low hospital mortality (1.3%) and morbidity (5% seroma), with benefits in pain control and shoulder function, though the operative field can be restricted.

    • Impact:

    • Muscle sparing thoracotomy is a viable option for a majority of thoracic surgeries.
    • It facilitates better pain management and earlier return of shoulder function.
    • Horizontal incisions with potential latissimus dorsi section are recommended for hilar or invasive lesions.