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  • Thoracic Surgery
  • Minimally Invasive Surgery
  • Surgical Oncology

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  • Taiwan has a rich history in thoracic surgery, evolving from thoracotomy to advanced minimally invasive techniques.
  • The establishment of the Taiwan Association of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery in 1986 marked a turning point.
  • Technological advancements have driven the adoption of new surgical approaches.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide an overview of the Taiwanese thoracic surgery landscape and its key achievements.
  • To highlight the integration of advanced technologies in thoracic surgical procedures.
  • To showcase the progress in treating lung nodules and esophageal malignancies.

Main Methods:

  • Evolution of surgical techniques from traditional thoracotomy to multi-port, single-port, and subxiphoid video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS).
  • Implementation of high-end hybrid operating rooms for image-guided VATS (iVATS).
  • Development and application of robot-assisted esophagectomy for esophageal cancer treatment.

Main Results:

  • Successful development of an iVATS workflow for simultaneous detection and removal of small pulmonary nodules.
  • Significant milestone achieved with robot-assisted esophagectomy enabling safe and effective lymph node dissection.
  • Taiwan maintains a favorable doctor-to-population ratio, facilitating high-quality surgical care.

Conclusions:

  • Taiwanese thoracic surgeons are at the forefront of minimally invasive surgical innovation.
  • Advanced technologies like iVATS and robotic surgery are enhancing treatment efficacy and patient outcomes.
  • Collaborative efforts with national health insurance ensure cost-effective, high-quality surgical care.