Thoracoscopic enucleation of a large esophageal leiomyoma using a three thoracic ports technique
2006
Thoracoscopic Enucleation of a Large Esophageal Leiomyoma
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Akaraviputh Thawatchai, Chinswangwatanakul Vitoon, Swangsri Jirawat, Lohsiriwat Varut
Primary Institution: Faculty of Medicine, Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University
Conclusion
Thoracoscopic enucleation can be technically performed using a three thoracic-ports technique.
Supporting Evidence
- The patient had a large esophageal leiomyoma confirmed by imaging studies.
- The procedure was performed with minimal intraoperative blood loss.
- The patient was discharged on postoperative day 6 and was asymptomatic three months after surgery.
Takeaway
Doctors can remove a large tumor from the esophagus using a special technique with three small openings instead of a big cut.
Methodology
The patient underwent thoracoscopic enucleation using a three thoracic-ports technique.
Participant Demographics
A 32-year-old man with intermittent dysphagia.
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