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¹Department of Anesthesiology, Buddhist Tzu Chi General Hospital, Taipei Branch, Taipei, Taiwan.

Acta Anaesthesiologica Taiwanica : Official Journal of the Taiwan Society of Anesthesiologists

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Area of Science:

Thoracic Surgery
Anesthesiology
Pulmonology

Background:

Awake video-assisted thoracic surgery (VATS) is gaining traction for pleural, lung, and mediastinal procedures.
Thoracic epidural anesthesia (TEA) enables awake VATS, circumventing general anesthesia complications.
General anesthesia risks include intubation trauma, pneumonia, lung injury, and postoperative nausea.

Purpose of the Study:

To evaluate the feasibility and benefits of awake VATS utilizing thoracic epidural anesthesia.
To highlight the advantages of awake VATS over general anesthesia in thoracic procedures.
To underscore the challenges and necessary vigilance for anesthesiologists managing awake VATS.

Main Methods:

Utilizing thoracic epidural anesthesia (TEA) for analgesia and anesthesia during VATS.
Monitoring patients for physiological changes and potential complications during awake VATS.
Assessing patient outcomes, including satisfaction, pain, morbidity, and hospital stay.

Main Results:

Awake VATS with TEA avoids general anesthesia-related adverse effects.
Benefits observed include improved patient satisfaction, reduced pain, shorter hospital stays, and lower morbidity.
Potential hazards such as hypoxia and hypotension require vigilant anesthetic management.

Conclusions:

Awake VATS with TEA presents a viable alternative to general anesthesia for specific thoracic surgeries.
Careful patient selection and vigilant anesthetic management are essential for successful outcomes.
Further research may solidify the role of awake VATS in thoracic surgery protocols.