New percs in thoracic surgery; VATS (video assisted thoracic surgery) plication of the diaphragm with stapler device

Conclusions: VATS plication of the diaphragm with stapler device is a promising novel method for the management of idiopathic paralysis of the diaphragm with excellent short and long term outcomes.

Source: European Respiratory Journal - November 20, 2019 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Karampinis, I., Hardavella, G., Katsipoulakis, D., Tsipoura, A., Isaiadis, D., Kainis, I., Anastasiou, N. Tags: Thoracic surgery Source Type: research