Thoracoscopy

Thoracoscopy is a diagnostic and treatment method that involves inserting a special instrument, a trocar, through an incision in the chest and examining internal organs using a video camera.

Thoracoscopic surgery is performed under general anesthesia. After injecting anesthesia into the chest, the surgeon inserts trocars through an incision in the skin, which are inserted into the pleural cavity. Then, special instruments are used to examine internal organs such as the lungs, heart, liver and kidneys.

One of the advantages of thoracoscopy is the ability to perform the operation without large incisions in the skin, which allows for faster recovery after surgery. In addition, the thoracoscopic method allows for more accurate diagnosis of diseases of the lungs, heart and other organs, as well as their treatment.

However, thoracoscopic surgery has its limitations and risks. They can be complex and require a highly qualified surgeon. There is also a risk of complications such as bleeding, internal organ damage, or infection.

In general, thoracoscopy is an effective method for diagnosing and treating many diseases, but requires careful training and experience of the surgeon.

Thoracoscopy is a type of surgical treatment for lung diseases. It is used in cases where treatment of damage to the lung or its pleura, neoplasms, as well as pathology of the cardiovascular system is required. The operation allows doctors to look inside a person's body through a small hole in the chest. At the same time, the level of use of this operation is steadily increasing. Although the use of surgical instruments during thoracoscopy is relatively safe, any intervention can be risky and can cause some complications. For example, due to the contrast agent used by the doctor for better visualization, allergic reactions, inflammation of the pleura, or atelectasis may occur. In addition, during the operation itself, it is possible to injure internal organs, become a victim of infection, bleeding or swelling. In the case of diagnosing pathologies of the respiratory system, the patient is first prescribed x-rays and other procedures to determine which organ needs intervention. As a rule, a person lies on his back or on