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Subxiphoid thymectomy with a double sternum retractor: a pilot study.

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  • 1Division of Thoracic Surgery, Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences for Children and Adults, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Modena, Italy.

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Subxiphoid thymectomy using a double sternum retractor offers a high-satisfaction approach for thymic neoformations, demonstrating low pain and no mortality or recurrence. This technique provides excellent aesthetic outcomes and is beneficial for creating surgical space.

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Area of Science:

  • Thoracic Surgery
  • Minimally Invasive Surgery
  • Surgical Oncology

Background:

  • Subxiphoid thymectomy is an emerging technique for thymic pathologies.
  • Evaluating the utility of a double sternum hook retractor in this approach is crucial.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the experience, potential, and benefits of subxiphoid thymectomy using a double sternum hook retractor.
  • To assess the safety and efficacy of this surgical technique.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of 34 patients undergoing subxiphoid thymectomy between November 2016 and July 2018.
  • Inclusion of patients with thymomas, thymic hyperplasia, cysts, and tumors.
  • Assessment of clinical and perioperative data, including pain scores (NRS) and health outcomes (SF-12).

Main Results:

  • All 34 patients completed the subxiphoid thymectomy procedure.
  • No mortality or recurrence was observed during a median follow-up of 17.9 months.
  • Low morbidity rate (9.7 events/100 person-years) and significant pain reduction post-surgery were noted.

Conclusions:

  • Subxiphoid thymectomy with a double sternum retractor is a highly satisfactory procedure with positive aesthetic results and minimal pain.
  • The double sternum retractor facilitates adequate space creation during thymectomy.
  • While effective, the procedure requires experienced surgical teams.