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Extended video-assisted thoracic surgery (VATS) lobectomy
1Department of Thoracic Surgery, St. Vincent's Hospital, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia - raja.flores@mountsinai.org.
Minerva Chirurgica
|November 26, 2015
Summary
Video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) lobectomy has evolved, overcoming early contraindications. This review covers extended VATS lobectomy techniques for complex cases like pleural symphysis and chest wall involvement.
Area of Science:
- Thoracic Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Procedures
- Surgical Oncology
Background:
- Video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) lobectomy, a minimally invasive approach, has been performed for over two decades.
- Initial contraindications for VATS lobectomy were established based on early surgical experiences.
- Advancements in surgical techniques and equipment have enabled surgeons to overcome many previous limitations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the evolution of VATS lobectomy and its expanded indications.
- To define and discuss 'extended lobectomy' encompassing previously contraindicated scenarios.
- To provide technical insights for performing complex VATS lobectomies.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of VATS lobectomy procedures and outcomes.
- Analysis of historical contraindications and current approaches.
- Discussion of technical modifications for extended VATS lobectomy.
Main Results:
- Many historical contraindications to VATS lobectomy are now routinely managed.
- Extended VATS lobectomy is feasible for conditions such as pleural symphysis, chest wall invasion, and sleeve resections.
- Technical adaptations facilitate the successful completion of these more complex procedures.
Conclusions:
- VATS lobectomy has expanded significantly beyond its initial indications.
- Extended VATS lobectomy represents a safe and effective approach for complex thoracic malignancies.
- Continued refinement of techniques will further broaden the applicability of VATS lobectomy.
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