Dissection of lung parenchyma using electrocautery is a safe and acceptable method for anatomical sublobar resection

Dissection of lung parenchyma using electrocautery is a safe and acceptable method for anatomical sublobar resection

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Anatomic sublobar resection is being assessed as a substitute to lobectomy for primary lung cancers. However, persistent air leak after anatomic sublobar resection is prevalent and increasing surgical morbidity and costs. The use of...

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Main Authors: Ohtsuka Takashi, Goto Taichiro, Anraku Masaki, Kohno Mitsutomo, Izumi Yotaro, Horinouchi Hirohisa, Nomori Hiroaki
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2012-05-01
Series:Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery
Subjects:
Pulmonary segmentectomy
Lung tissue sealing
Stapling devices
Online Access:http://www.cardiothoracicsurgery.org/7/1/42

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http://www.cardiothoracicsurgery.org/7/1/42

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