Lobectomy for lung cancer with a displaced left B1 + 2 and an anomalous pulmonary vein: a case report

Abstract Background A displaced left B1 + 2 accompanied by an anomalous pulmonary vein is a rare condition involving complex structures. There is a risk of unexpected injuries to bronchi and blood vessels when patients with such anomalies undergo surgery for lung cancer. Case presentation A 59-year-...

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Main Authors: Shinichi Sakamoto, Hiromitsu Takizawa, Naoya Kawakita, Akira Tangoku
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2021-01-01
Series:Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s13019-021-01392-3