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    • Thoracic Surgery
    • Respiratory Physiology

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    • One-lung ventilation (OLV) is essential for thoracic surgical procedures, requiring precise lung isolation.
    • Double-lumen tubes (DLTs), developed in 1949 and refined since, are the standard for OLV.
    • Alternative devices like bronchial blockers (BBs) exist for specific clinical scenarios.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To review the historical development and current applications of DLTs for OLV.
    • To discuss advancements in DLT technology, including video-assisted devices.
    • To compare DLTs with BBs and outline strategies for managing hypoxemia during OLV.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of historical advancements in lung separation techniques.
    • Description of modern DLTs and their characteristics.
    • Discussion of bronchial blockers as an alternative to DLTs.
    • Overview of intraoperative hypoxemia management strategies during OLV.

    Main Results:

    • DLTs, pioneered by Carlens and improved by Robertshaw, are the established standard for OLV.
    • Modern DLTs offer varied sizes and materials for patient-specific selection.
    • Video-assisted DLTs simplify placement and reduce the need for bronchoscopy.
    • BBs present an alternative but require specialized expertise and have higher dislocation rates.
    • Management of hypoxemia involves recruitment maneuvers, PEEP, CPAP, or ECMO.

    Conclusions:

    • A thorough understanding of airway anatomy, device options, and ventilation strategies is vital for safe and effective OLV.
    • DLTs remain the gold standard, with technological advancements improving their application.
    • BBs offer a viable alternative in select cases, necessitating careful consideration of risks and benefits.