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Towards standardization in robotic lung transplants: a novel approach in minimally invasive thoracic surgery
Fernando Ascanio1, Naoufal Zebdi Abdallah2, Joel Rosado1
1Department of Thoracic Surgery and Lung Transplantation, Hospital Universitario Vall d'Hebron, Barcelona, Spain.
Abstract:
A robotic lung transplant presents a viable and innovative alternative to traditional open surgery, providing notable advantages in terms of surgical precision, enhanced patient recovery and improved wound healing. This article details a standardized, step-by-step robotic-assisted technique, strategic port placement, dissection of pulmonary vessels and sequential anastomoses. With the goals of establishing and refining this minimally invasive approach, this technique sets a foundation for further advancements in complex surgical procedures.

