[Initial experience of thoracoscopic lobectomy performance with bronchoplasty]

Area of Science:

• Thoracic Surgery
• Surgical Oncology
• Minimally Invasive Procedures

Background:

• Lung cancer treatment often involves lobectomy.
• Centric lung tumors pose surgical challenges.
• Video-thoracoscopic approaches offer potential benefits.

Observation:

• Two patients with centric lung tumors underwent video-thoracoscopic bronchoplastic lobectomy with lymphadenectomy.
• Procedures were performed in 2012.
• Careful patient selection utilized video-bronchoscopy, CT, and PET scans.

Findings:

• No intraoperative or postoperative complications were observed.
• No tumor recurrence was noted during a two-year follow-up period.
• The intervention proved safe and effective for centrally located tumors confined to the lobar bronchus.

Implications:

• Video-thoracoscopic bronchoplastic lobectomy is a viable option for specific lung cancer cases.
• Minimally invasive techniques can achieve successful oncological outcomes.
• Advanced imaging is crucial for selecting appropriate candidates for this procedure.