Subxiphoid uniportal video assisted thoracoscopic lobectomy in a pediatric patient

Abstract

Thoracoscopic surgeries have witnessed tremendous and prompt recent development, especially in the field of uniportal video assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) surgery. It is now possible to perform the most complex surgeries through this technique, which is of great benefit to the patient by significantly reducing the level of postoperative pain and complications of surgery. As surgeons gain experience in this field, their confidence and ability to push the limits and develop technologies are increasing. Performing uniportal VATS surgeries in children is a significant challenge for the surgeon due to the limited size of the thoracic cavity and the difficulty of the instrumentation. Here, we report the first case in the literature (as far as we know) of a uniportal Subxiphoid VATS lobectomy in a 2.5-year-old child. In conclusion, Subxiphoid uniportal VATS lobectomy is feasible in pediatric patients and may have some benefits over the intercostal approach.

Keywords

Subxiphoid uniportal video assisted thoracoscopic surgery in pediatrics / minimally invasive thoracic surgery in children / VATS lobectomy in pediatrics / pediatric thoracic surgery

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