Incision of approximately 4 cm in length in the area of the anterior axillary line at the upper edge of the 5th rib to access the 4th intercostal space above. A helpful orientation is often an imaginary line from the tip of the scapula to the nipple. Transection of the subcutis on the rib with the monopolar knife. Subsequently, stepwise preparation of the intercostal muscles with the monopolar knife. The pleura is opened bluntly with a finger. Palpation of the thoracic wall for adhesions and insertion of a wound protection film.
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Access Uniportal VATS right
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Identification and marking of the tumor
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Soundsettings First, the secure identification and palpation of the tumor are performed. Then, the area of the tumor site is marked with a thread to always assess the location of the tumor and the distance to the planned resection area during the course of the operation.
Preparation of the lung hilum with visualization of the anterior trunk
Here begins the preparation by incisions of the pleural covering at the hilum and exposure of the a
Here begins the preparation by incisions of the pleural covering at the hilum and exposure of the a
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