A solution for fissure-less fissure-last both upper and lower video-assisted thoracic surgery lobectomies?
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Date
2019-01-19
Authors
Firas Abu Akar
Dania Nachira
Elisa Meacci
Yousef Abu Asbeh
Bisanne H. Shaqqura
Stefano Margaritora
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AME Publishing Company
Abstract
This editorial discusses the fissure-less fissure-last and single-direction thoracoscopic techniques for performing upper and lower lobectomies using video-assisted thoracic surgery. The authors analyze technical advantages, limitations, and safety considerations, emphasizing that surgical approaches should be tailored according to fissure completeness, anatomy, and intraoperative findings. The article highlights the importance of surgical flexibility and anatomical knowledge to optimize patient outcomes and reduce postoperative complications such as prolonged air leakage.
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An editorial commentary analyzing fissure-less and single-direction VATS lobectomy techniques, emphasizing surgical adaptability, anatomical understanding, and patient-tailored decision-making to improve safety and operative outcomes.
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Abu Akar F, Nachira D, Meacci E, Abu Asbeh Y, Shaqqura BH, Margaritora S. A solution for fissure-less fissure-last both upper and lower video-assisted thoracic surgery lobectomies? J Thorac Dis. 2019;11(1):50-52. doi:10.21037/jtd.2018.12.41.