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Non-Intubated Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery
Published on: May 26, 2023
The development of new instruments (NT forceps) for video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery
Ryota Tanaka1, Yoshimasa Nakazato, Tomoyuki Goya
1Department of Surgery, Institute of Medical Sciences, Kyorin University, 6-20-2 Shinkawa, Mitaka, Tokyo, Japan.
Abstract:
A new type of forceps (NT forceps) was developed in November 2007, designed for dividing connective tissues and for holding tissue together. These forceps measure 32 cm in length and are made of stainless steel. The insides of the forceps have atraumatic dispositions because longitudinal notches are placed on them. Therefore, they can grasp important soft organs such as the lung, azygos, and pulmonary vein. In addition, the acral forceps also possess carbide chips with cross notches. They can therefore hold vessel tape, sutures, etc. There are two types of forceps, which are curved at different angles, either a sharp angle or a slight angle. The forceps can be used for dividing and holding tissue while performing basic surgical manipulations, especially during an operation using a video-assisted procedure with a mini-thoracotomy. These forceps are useful tools for performing technical manipulations for standard operations, such as a lobectomy.
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