Thoracoscopic posterior approach for an S6 left lower lobe segmentectomy in a patient with an incomplete fissure: A case report

• Main Authors: Yusuke Matsui (Author), Hiroyuki Oizumi (Author), Hikaru Watanabe (Author), Akihiro Takeshi (Author), Megumi Nakamura (Author), Satoshi Shiono (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Elsevier, 2024-05-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Introduction: Thoracoscopic superior-segment (S6) segmentectomy is a simple procedure. However, it is applicable only when an interlobar fissure approach is applied, which can sometimes be challenging in cases with a fused interlobar fissure. Herein, we discuss our experience in performing thoracosc...