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VATS Lobectomy is a surgical procedure that involves the removal of a lobe of the lung through a minimally invasive approach known as Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS). This procedure is typically performed to treat lung cancer, but it can also be used for other lung diseases.

Overview

VATS Lobectomy is a type of thoracic surgery that is less invasive than traditional open surgery. The surgeon makes small incisions in the chest and inserts a thoracoscope (a flexible tube with a light and a camera) and surgical instruments. The thoracoscope transmits images of the inside of the chest onto a screen, allowing the surgeon to guide the instruments and remove the affected lobe.

Indications

VATS Lobectomy is primarily indicated for the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). It may also be used for other lung diseases such as tuberculosis, lung abscess, and pneumonia.

Procedure

The patient is placed under general anesthesia and positioned on their side. The surgeon makes several small incisions in the chest and inserts the thoracoscope and surgical instruments. The affected lobe is then removed, and the remaining lobes are re-inflated. The incisions are closed with sutures or staples.

Benefits

Compared to traditional open surgery, VATS Lobectomy offers several benefits. These include less postoperative pain, shorter hospital stay, quicker recovery, and less risk of complications.

Risks

As with any surgical procedure, VATS Lobectomy carries some risks. These may include infection, bleeding, air leaks, and complications related to anesthesia.

See Also

• Thoracic surgery
• Lung cancer
• Non-small cell lung cancer
• Tuberculosis
• Lung abscess
• Pneumonia

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