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Thoracoscopic apicoposterior segmentectomy, left upper lobe: Posterior approach.
1Hôpital Maisonneuve-Rosemont (University of Montreal) 5415, l'Assomption Montréal, QC, H1T 2M4, Canada.
Multimedia Manual of Cardiothoracic Surgery : MMCTS
|March 1, 2021
Summary
Minimally invasive pulmonary segmentectomy offers effective cancer treatment while preserving lung tissue and reducing hospital stays. A thoracoscopic multiport approach provides versatile access for complex lung resections like apicoposterior segmentectomy.
Area of Science:
- Thoracic Surgery
- Surgical Oncology
- Minimally Invasive Procedures
Background:
- Pulmonary segmentectomy is a minimally invasive approach for lung cancer treatment.
- It aims to preserve lung parenchyma and reduce perioperative morbidity.
- Resection of individual basal segments can be technically challenging.

