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  • Thoracic Surgery
  • Minimally Invasive Surgery
  • Robotic Surgery

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  • Robotic-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (RATS) offers advantages in visualization and control.
  • However, emergency conversion to open thoracotomy remains a necessary procedure in certain situations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To critically analyze the aspects of emergency conversion from RATS to open thoracotomy.
  • To identify key factors influencing patient safety during this transition.

Main Methods:

  • Review of critical aspects and potential complications during RATS.
  • Analysis of scenarios necessitating conversion to open thoracotomy.
  • Emphasis on preoperative planning, intraoperative communication, and simulation.

Main Results:

  • Major vascular injury is a primary cause for conversion.
  • Conversion events are associated with increased morbidity and mortality.
  • Systematic approaches are crucial for managing these conversions.

Conclusions:

  • Emergency conversion from RATS to open thoracotomy is a high-stakes procedure.
  • Preoperative planning, clear communication, and simulation are vital for mitigating risks.
  • A systematic process is essential to ensure patient safety during RATS conversion.