Over a recent 4-year study period, VATS lobectomy was associated with better survival than (open) thoracotomy lobectomy. To better compare the 2 approaches, patient populations need to be as ...

For open plication of the diaphragm, the patient is placed lying on their side. A thoracotomy is performed below the eighth rib. The lung is deflated and retracted upward. Any adhesions found are ...

Compared to a traditional open approach to lobectomy, which is performed through a thoracotomy incision, VATS lobectomy is associated with significantly less pain, shorter hospital stays, and ...

"We designed the surgery based on the locations of the metal objects. One was in the lower esophagus, the other in the ...