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[Video-assisted thoracic surgery-Indications, importance and technique].

Moritz Schirren¹, Benedict Jefferies², Seyer Safi²

¹Klinik und Poliklinik für Chirurgie, Sektion Thoraxchirurgie, Klinikum Rechts der Isar, Technische Universität München, Ismaninger Straße 22, 81675, München, Deutschland. moritz.schirren@mri.tum.de.

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Summary

Video-assisted thoracic surgery (VATS) is a safe and effective minimally invasive procedure for thoracic diseases. Integrating VATS into fast-track protocols maximizes its benefits for patient recovery.

Keywords:

Fast track Lung cancer Lung metastases Minimally invasive surgery Video-assisted thoracic surgery

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Area of Science:

Thoracic Surgery
Minimally Invasive Surgery
Surgical Oncology

Background:

Video-assisted thoracic surgery (VATS) represents a significant advancement in thoracic surgical procedures.
Distinguishing between completely minimally invasive and hybrid VATS approaches is crucial for patient care.
VATS is applicable to a wide spectrum of thoracic conditions, both oncological and non-oncological.

Purpose of the Study:

To highlight the safety and efficacy of Video-assisted thoracic surgery (VATS).
To emphasize the broad applicability of VATS in diagnosing and treating thoracic organ diseases.
To underscore the importance of considering VATS-specific limitations and the role of surgeon experience.

Main Methods:

Review of diagnostic and therapeutic applications of VATS for thoracic diseases.
Analysis of indications and contraindications for VATS procedures.
Evaluation of the integration of VATS within fast-track surgical concepts.

Main Results:

VATS is a safe and effective procedure for numerous thoracic diseases.
Experienced surgeons can safely perform complex thoracic procedures using VATS.
Procedure-specific limitations must be considered for optimal patient outcomes.

Conclusions:

VATS is the preferred surgical approach for many thoracic conditions.
Successful implementation of VATS requires careful consideration of its limitations.
Integration into fast-track protocols is mandatory to fully leverage VATS advantages.