Treatment Methods

The treatment method used in thoracic surgery depends on the type and location of the disease, its extent and the patient’s overall health. Minimally invasive procedures performed through small incisions may be suitable for some patients, while open surgery or bronchoscopic procedures may be required in other situations.

This section provides information about commonly used thoracic surgery techniques, including VATS, robotic thoracic surgery (RATS), thoracotomy and bronchoscopy. The indications, benefits and suitability of each method vary from patient to patient. The aim is to select the surgical approach that best fits the characteristics of the condition. The articles below explain these techniques and the situations in which they may be considered.