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Harushi Ueno1, Yuta Kawasumi1, Heng Huang1
1Department of Thoracic Surgery, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine, Nagoya, Aichi, Japan.
Surgical Case Reports
|July 2, 2026
Summary
Robot-assisted surgery for lung cancer in patients with lymphangioleiomyomatosis (LAM) requires careful technique. A hybrid approach using manual staplers for fragile lung tissue can prevent air leaks and ensure good outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Thoracic Surgery
- Surgical Oncology
- Pulmonary Medicine
Background:
- Lymphangioleiomyomatosis (LAM) presents a significant challenge for lung cancer surgery due to extreme lung fragility and high risk of air leaks.
- Robot-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (RATS) offers enhanced visualization but requires specialized techniques for LAM patients.
