This video demonstrates how video assisted thoracoscopy surgery can be utilized for successful lung detorsion in symptomatic individuals.
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Thoracic
December 15, 2022
CTSNet’s Step-By-Step series uses diagrams and surgical videos to illustrate key technical elements of nine basic cardiothoracic surgical procedures. The series provides essential knowledge for trainees and beginning surgeons, and is helpful for those at any point in their career.
December 12, 2022
This video presents technical aspects of an outside the thoracic cage (OTC) robotic right upper lobectomy (RUL) through a subcostal approach, avoiding intercostal instrumentation and therefore the potential damage to the intercostal bundle.
December 9, 2022
Researchers have been awarded a grant to fund cancer vaccine research, including the development of an mRNA vaccine that would target precancerous lung lesions.
December 9, 2022
This study aimed to measure the population-level impact of federal lung cancer screening recommendations and Medicare coverage. After these decisions were implemented, and when adjusted for age, researchers found that they were associated with an increased incidence of early-stage lung cancer and decreased incidence of advanced-stage lung cancer.
December 7, 2022
This video presents a case illustrating the safety and advantage of using the robotic platform for challenging lesions that could not be performed by video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery.
December 6, 2022
This video describes the benefits and uses of 3D printing, including in medical student and patient education, and in direct treatment of patients.
December 1, 2022
Because of the recent advancement in robotic thoracic surgery, this retrospective study aimed to evaluate post-operative chronic pain in robotic versus video-assisted approaches.
November 30, 2022
November’s top content includes a definitive roundup of step-by-step cardiac procedures, a featured profile packed with valuable insights, a sneak peek at a few Resident Video Competition submissions (deadline for entries in this year’s competition is December 30, 2022), and more.