25/Jun/2024
Implementation of Subxiphoid Approach for Robotic-Assisted Thymectomy: Initial Experience
einstein (São Paulo). 25/Jun/2024;22(Suppl 1):STO002.
View Article25/Jun/2024
Implementation of Subxiphoid Approach for Robotic-Assisted Thymectomy: Initial Experience
DOI: 10.31744/einstein_journal/2024ABS_BTS_STO002
Category: Robotic Technology in Thoracic Diseases Introduction: Robotic-assisted thoracic surgery (RATS) is well-established for the treatment of mediastinal tumors. Oncological results are comparable to invasive techniques, albeit providing fewer complications and less postoperative pain.(,) We present our initial experience with the subxiphoid technique. Methods: This retrospective case series includes patients submitted to RATS subxiphoid thymectomy. Demographic, perioperative, and postoperative data were gathered, analyzed, and reported with descriptive statistics. Results: Case 1: A 48-year-old woman, ex-smoker, with a history of colon […]
Keywords: Robot-assisted surgery; Thoracic surgery; Thymectomy
