Thoracoscopic lobectomy: is a training program feasible with low postoperative morbidity?

Volume: 61, Issue: 7, Pages: 409 - 413
Published: Mar 1, 2013
Abstract
To evaluate the feasibility of training program in video assisted thoracic surgery (VATS) lobectomy comparing intraoperative and postoperative data of patients operated on by an established consultant and trainees. Retrospective analysis of 100 consecutive patients who underwent VATS lobectomies between May 2008 and May 2012. 66 patients were operated on by an established consultant (Group A) and 34 by trainees (Group B). The groups were...
Paper Details
Title
Thoracoscopic lobectomy: is a training program feasible with low postoperative morbidity?
Published Date
Mar 1, 2013
Volume
61
Issue
7
Pages
409 - 413
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