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[Robot-assisted Mediastinal Mass Resection]

In recent years, robot-assisted thoracic surgery is gaining more and widespread interest in Europe. Due to the narrow space and the complexity of anatomical structures, conventional minimally invasive mediastinal surgery may be challenging for the thoracic surgeon. Robot-assisted mediastinal surgery opens up new possibilities for minimally invasive surgery, as it permits greater dexterity, a three-dimensional view, and tremor adjustment, which allows the surgeon to perform complex procedures in small thoracic spaces. As robotic platforms continue to evolve, more complex mediastinal thoracic surgical interventions will be facilitated, translating to improved outcomes for patients. This article provides an overview of the current status of robot-assisted mediastinal surgery and summarises general aspects of the indication, set-up and steps of robot-assisted thoracoscopic surgery in mediastinal mass resections.

  • Eichhorn, M.
  • Haag, J.
  • Grunewald, C.
  • Reimer, P.
  • Winter, H.
Publication details
DOI: 10.1055/a-1192-7205
Journal: Zentralbl Chir
Work Type: Original
Location: TLRC
Disease Area: LC
Partner / Member: Thorax
Access-Number: 32767302
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