Aiming to Improve Surgical Outcomes in Thoracic Surgery - Advanced Techniques & Approaches

The development of Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) has revolutionized thoracic surgery, providing patients with less invasive options and improved outcomes. This minimally invasive technique is used to treat various conditions affecting the chest, including lung diseases, pleural disorders, and esophageal conditions. In this episode, renowned surgeons will share their expertise in the field, featuring a Uni-VATS surgery by Dr. González Rivas and a lecture on current VATS approaches from Dr. Suda.

PROGRAM:

Clinical Background

1. Welcome and Case Presentation - Dr. Diego González Rivas (Spain):

   1. Patient: 72-year-old female, no comorbidities. Presents a 4-5 cm benign tumor, anterior mediastinal. 

   2. Procedure: Uniportal VATS resection through a three-centimeter incision.

2. Surgery - Dr. Diego González Rivas (Spain)

3. Interview - Dr. Diego González Rivas (Spain)

4. Development of Minimally Invasive Thoracic Surgery  Inheritance of Japanese Surgical Techniques – Dr. Takashi Suda (Japan)