The feasibility and effectiveness of thoracoscopic transdiaphragmatic approach for lung biopsy in rabbits. A randomized study.

CONCLUSIONS: Thoracoscopic transdiaphragmatic approach for lung lobes biopsies was a feasible technique, except for the caudal aspect of the right caudal lung lobe. An ideal intercostal port for biopsy of each right lung lobe was determined.
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Source: Acta Cirurgica Brasileira - July 2, 2020 Category: Surgery Authors: Wittmaack MCN, Barros FFPDC, Silva PDES, Matsui A, Sembenelli G, Mariano RSG, Teixeira PPM, Moraes PC Tags: Acta Cir Bras Source Type: research