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  • Minimally Invasive Surgery
  • Surgical Oncology

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  • Anterior mediastinal tumors traditionally require open sternotomy.
  • Advancements in video-assisted thoracic surgery (VATS) have expanded its application.
  • Single-port VATS, particularly the subxiphoid approach, is gaining traction for its minimal invasiveness.

Observation:

  • This case report details a thymectomy with partial pulmonary resection for an anterior mediastinal tumor.
  • The procedure was performed using a single-port, subxiphoid VATS approach.
  • The subxiphoid approach was utilized for an extended operation.

Findings:

  • The subxiphoid approach is feasible for complex anterior mediastinal tumor resection, including thymectomy with pulmonary resection.
  • This minimally invasive technique yielded favorable postoperative pain and cosmetic results.
  • Improvements in VATS instrumentation facilitate wider adoption for anterior mediastinal tumor treatment.

Implications:

  • The subxiphoid single-port VATS approach represents a viable, less invasive alternative for managing anterior mediastinal tumors.
  • This technique may become a standard for selected cases, enhancing patient recovery and aesthetics.
  • Further research into single-port VATS for complex thoracic procedures is warranted.