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Robotic Type C Extended Sleeve Lobectomy for Locally Advanced Lung Cancer
Shinsuke Uchida1, Yukio Watanabe1, Mariko Fukui1
1Department of General Thoracic Surgery, Juntendo University School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan.
Annals of Thoracic Surgery Short Reports
|April 24, 2026
Summary
Robotic extended sleeve lobectomy is a minimally invasive surgical option for central lung cancer, offering reduced risks and preserved lung function. This technique details robotic bronchoplasty for challenging cases, avoiding pneumonectomy.
Area of Science:
- Thoracic Surgery
- Surgical Oncology
- Minimally Invasive Surgery
Background:
- Extended sleeve lobectomy is a complex procedure for centrally located lung cancer, often necessitating pneumonectomy.
- Robotic bronchoplasty presents a less invasive alternative, but detailed surgical techniques are sparsely reported.
