A simple reproducible method of preventing lobar torsion

J Cardiothorac Surg. 2008 Apr 30:3:22. doi: 10.1186/1749-8090-3-22.

Abstract

Torsion of remaining lobes after pulmonary resection is a potentially serious complication with high reported morbidity and mortality. A range of additional procedures has been described, we have used a simple, effective, quick and easy to reproduce minor procedure to prevents torsion.

MeSH terms

  • Humans
  • Lung Diseases / surgery*
  • Lung*
  • Pneumonectomy / methods*
  • Postoperative Complications / prevention & control
  • Reproducibility of Results
  • Thoracic Surgery, Video-Assisted / methods
  • Torsion Abnormality / prevention & control*