Modified uniportal video-assisted thoracoscopic lobectomy: Duke approach.

Kara, H Volkan; Balderson, Stafford S; D'Amico, Thomas A · Ann Thorac Surg · 2014

case_report · Level V

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Abstract

Traditional thoracoscopic strategies using two to four ports has been demonstrated to be oncologically successful for patients with resectable lung cancer, with numerous advantageous over thoracotomy. A single-incision approach has been described, but it is associated with potential disadvantages. The modified uniportal approach described may address those disadvantageous, with retention of the potential advantages of using a single incision.

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