Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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2871996 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2015 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
Unexpected conversion to thoracotomy during VATS lobectomy in lung cancer does not appear to increase overall surgical morbidity and mortality. However, with high-risk patients, the surgeon requires careful selection for VATS candidate. Also, if necessary, the decision to convert must be made promptly to reduce possible critical respiratory complications.
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Authors
Chun Sung MD, Sungsoo MD, PhD, Dae Joon MD, Jin Gu MD, Chang Young MD, Inkyung PhD, Kyung Young MD,