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[Minimally Invasive Paediatric Thoracic Surgery in Infants, Children and Adolescents]
Caroline Fortmann1, Fritz Kahl2, Elisabeth Ammer2
1Kinder- und Jugendchirurgie, Medizinische Hochschule Hannover, Zentrum Chirurgie, Hannover, Deutschland.
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This video demonstrates thoracoscopic (minimally invasive) surgical techniques for infants, children, and adolescents. It highlights procedures like lobectomy and cyst resection, offering practical guidance for paediatric surgeons.
Area of Science:
- Paediatric Surgery
- Thoracoscopic Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Techniques
Abstract:
The aim of this video paper is to provide an overview of typical thoracoscopic techniques in infants, children and adolescents in paediatric surgery. The surgical steps are explained, along with practical tips and tricks.Thoracoscopic procedures are presented, including lobectomy for congenital pulmonary malformations, resection of bronchogenic cysts and management of subpleural bullae.Five thoracoscopic procedures are explained in detail in our video. The accompanying manuscript describes the individual surgical steps and provides numerous practical considerations related to thoracoscopic procedures in infants, children and adolescents.Thoracoscopic surgical procedures are generally safe in infants, children and adolescents when the proposed precautions are followed. A minimal invasive approach offers numerous short- and long-term advantages compared to the open technique. Our video may serve as a practical guide and make a valuable contribution to education and training in paediatric thoracoscopic surgery.
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