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  • Trauma Surgery
  • Minimally Invasive Procedures
  • Thoracic Surgery

Background:

  • Endovascular techniques and videoscopic assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) are evolving fields.
  • These minimally invasive approaches are finding application in managing traumatic injuries.
  • Their acceptance in the trauma setting is growing.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the application and acceptance of endovascular techniques and VATS in trauma.
  • To highlight their evolving role in treating thoracic injuries.

Main Methods:

  • Selective application of endovascular techniques.
  • Selective application of videoscopic assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS).
  • Review of current literature and clinical practice in trauma settings.

Main Results:

  • Both endovascular techniques and VATS have been selectively applied in trauma.
  • These techniques continue to evolve with advancements.
  • They are gaining acceptance as preferred treatments for specific thoracic injuries.

Conclusions:

  • Endovascular and VATS are becoming established treatment modalities for thoracic trauma.
  • Continued evolution of these techniques will likely expand their role in trauma care.
  • These minimally invasive options offer advantages for specific traumatic thoracic injuries.