Uniportal video-assisted thoracoscopic removal of a concealed percutaneously inserted sewing needle in the lung: A case report
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Summary
This summary is machine-generated.A rare case of a metallic sewing needle retained in the lung for 9 years was successfully removed using minimally invasive surgery. Advanced imaging and thoracoscopic techniques were crucial for managing this intrapulmonary foreign body.
Area Of Science
- Thoracic Surgery
- Medical Imaging
- Foreign Body Management
Background
- Percutaneous foreign body penetration into the lung is extremely rare.
- Most cases involve entry via natural orifices.
- This case presents a unique instance of a retained intrapulmonary foreign body.
Purpose Of The Study
- To report a rare case of a long-retained metallic sewing needle in the lung.
- To highlight the diagnostic and therapeutic approaches for intrapulmonary foreign bodies.
- To emphasize the utility of advanced imaging and minimally invasive surgery.
Main Methods
- A 17-year-old adolescent with an incidentally discovered intrapulmonary metallic sewing needle.
- Computed tomography-guided localization for precise needle positioning.
- Uniportal video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) for foreign body retrieval.
Main Results
- Complete removal of the metallic sewing needle.
- No intraoperative or immediate postoperative complications.
- Successful management of a 9-year retained foreign body.
Conclusions
- Advanced imaging techniques are vital for diagnosing retained intrapulmonary foreign bodies.
- Minimally invasive surgery, such as VATS, is effective for removal.
- This case highlights successful management of a rare, long-standing intrapulmonary foreign body.
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