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Cui YJ, Piao WX, Jung YC, Cho HJ, Kang MW. Video-assisted thoracoscopy with two-lung ventilation and CO 2 insufflation in primary spontaneous pneumothorax: propensity score matching comparison. J Thorac Dis 2025; 17:1217-1227. [PMID: 40223956 PMCID: PMC11986787 DOI: 10.21037/jtd-24-1749] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/16/2024] [Accepted: 02/13/2025] [Indexed: 04/15/2025]
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Background Primary spontaneous pneumothorax (PSP) is commonly treated with video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS), which traditionally requires one-lung ventilation (OLV) with double-lumen endotracheal intubation to optimize the surgical field. However, OLV may be associated with complications such as airway trauma and postoperative sore throat. In contrast, two-lung ventilation (TLV) with CO2 insufflation has been proposed as an alternative that may reduce airway-related complications while maintaining adequate visualization. This study assessed the feasibility of VATS with TLV and CO2 insufflation for PSP compared to the conventional OLV approach. Methods We retrospectively analyzed 181 patients with PSP treated at our center between July 2020 and December 2023; of these, 134 underwent thoracoscopic bullectomy. Fifty-six patients received VATS with TLV and CO2 insufflation. Seventy-eight patients underwent OLV via double-lumen endotracheal intubation. Patient data were categorized into groups based on the minimization of bias between those receiving TLV and those receiving OLV, following analysis matched by propensity scores. A comparative analysis across these groups was also conducted, focusing on demographic data and intraoperative and postoperative outcomes. Results The TLV group demonstrated several advantages, including shorter anesthesia induction time (13.45±5.25 min, P=0.01), shorter total anesthesia time (63.18±14.45 min, P=0.003), fewer days of chest tube drainage (1.41±1.22 days, P=0.04), shorter postoperative hospital stay (2.36±0.88 days, P=0.01), lower wedge resection specimen weight (3.21±2.5 g, P=0.03), fewer instances of postoperative ipsilateral and contralateral recurrence, and lower likelihood of short-term recurrence. No significant differences were found in surgical time (P=0.17), anesthesia recovery time (P=0.48), use of endostaplers (P=0.35), number of wedge resections (P=0.21), and pleurodesis (P=0.73). Conclusions In appropriately selected patients, TLV appears to be a viable option that does not increase recurrence risk compared to OLV while offering the benefit of a shorter anesthesia duration. Therefore, this method may be suitable for patients with PSP.
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- Ying Jie Cui
- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Chungnam National University Hospital, Chungnam National University School of Medicine, Daejeon, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Chungnam National University Hospital, Chungnam National University School of Medicine, Daejeon, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Chungnam National University Hospital, Chungnam National University School of Medicine, Daejeon, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Chungnam National University Sejong Hospital, Sejong, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Chungnam National University Hospital, Chungnam National University School of Medicine, Daejeon, Republic of Korea
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Lee B, Park CB, Lee A. Mechanical stress in a solid ellipsoid model of the lung after thoracoscopic surgery for spontaneous pneumothorax. J Thorac Dis 2025; 17:849-858. [PMID: 40083519 PMCID: PMC11898334 DOI: 10.21037/jtd-24-1728] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/14/2024] [Accepted: 12/20/2024] [Indexed: 03/16/2025]
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Background Newly formed bullae after video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) bullectomy in primary spontaneous pneumothorax (PSP) are an important etiology for recurrence and are associated with mechanical stress along the stapling line. However, the distribution or pattern of stress after VATS bullectomy has not been thoroughly investigated. Our aim was to analyze the stress distribution following lung resection. Methods Using finite element method analyses in COMSOL Multiphysics software to evaluate the stress distribution along the stapling line, a solid ellipsoidal lung model was constructed. Simulations were subsequently conducted to evaluate changes in stress along the stapling line after VATS bullectomy. Finally, a parametric study investigating the changes in stress based on the difference between the lung resection volume and the degree of lung collapse was conducted. Results The magnitude of the stress progressively increased with the inflation of the lung, and the highest stresses were observed at both ends and the center of the stapling line. The parametric studies showed that the maximum stress observed was positively correlated with the amount of lung resection (R2=0.961, P<0.001) and negatively correlated with the degree of lung collapse before stapling (R2=0.964, P<0.001). A wrinkling phenomenon was also observed adjacent to the stapling line. Conclusions The mechanical stress during inflation progressively increased, reaching its peak at both ends and in the center, resulting in uneven wrinkling along the stapling line. Minimal resection with incomplete collapse before stapling could be considered a potential strategy to reduce stress.
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- Byungho Lee
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Pohang University of Science and Technology, Pohang, Kyeongsangbuk-do, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Incheon St. Mary’s Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Incheon, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Pohang University of Science and Technology, Pohang, Kyeongsangbuk-do, Republic of Korea
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Takasugi T, Sakuraba M, Arai W. Comparison of early recurrence in young-onset primary spontaneous pneumothorax following surgery using different covering methods. Gen Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2025; 73:45-51. [PMID: 38890246 DOI: 10.1007/s11748-024-02049-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/08/2024] [Accepted: 05/30/2024] [Indexed: 06/20/2024]
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OBJECTIVES The treatment of primary spontaneous pneumothorax not only involves bulla resection via video-assisted thoracic surgery but also covers the lesion. Ideal treatment should minimize adhesions and reduce the recurrence rate. This study aimed to explore different covering methods and compare the frequency of early recurrence for each covering method. METHODS We included 370 subjects with primary spontaneous pneumothorax < 25 years who were treated with video-assisted thoracic surgery from August 2012 to December 2022. Subjects were divided into three groups depending on how the treated lesions were covered. The P group included 162 subjects treated between April 2012 and June 2017 whose lesions were covered using polyglycolic acid sheets on the staple line of the bulla resection lesion. The O group included 93 subjects treated between July 2017 and July 2019 whose lesions were covered with oxidized regenerated cellulose over a polyglycolic acid sheet. The N group included 115 subjects treated between August 2019 and December 2022 whose lesions were covered with oxidized regenerated cellulose over a polyglycolic acid nano sheet. RESULTS Recurrence rates were 3.7%, 8.6%, and 6.0% in the P, O, and N groups, respectively; however, the differences were not statistically significant. The adhesions were milder in the N group than in the P and O groups. CONCLUSIONS Although both covering methods were effective in preventing recurrence, further studies involving further treatment modifications and longer-term follow-ups are required.
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- Taiki Takasugi
- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Sapporo City General Hospital, North-11, West-13, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, 060-8604, Japan
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Sapporo City General Hospital, North-11, West-13, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, 060-8604, Japan.
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Sapporo City General Hospital, North-11, West-13, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, 060-8604, Japan
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Burn LA, Wetscherek MT, Pharoah PD, Marciniak SJ. CT features associated with contralateral recurrence of spontaneous pneumothorax. QJM 2024; 117:837-845. [PMID: 38976637 PMCID: PMC11760504 DOI: 10.1093/qjmed/hcae129] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/05/2024] [Revised: 06/30/2024] [Indexed: 07/10/2024] Open
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INTRODUCTION Spontaneous pneumothorax recurs in 30-54% of patients without surgery. Identifying individuals likely to suffer a recurrence, who might benefit from pre-emptive surgery, is challenging. Previous meta-analysis suggested a relationship between contralateral recurrence and specific CT findings. METHODS We analysed CT images and recurrence rates of 243 patients seen by our tertiary referral pneumothorax service. RESULTS We validated the meta-analysis observation that contralateral lung cysts are associated with a higher risk of contralateral recurrence in younger individuals. Furthermore, we observed that the size of contralateral cysts to be associated with increased contralateral recurrence in younger patients. CONCLUSION The detection of contralateral lung cysts might therefore help identify younger patients more likely to benefit from pre-emptive surgery.
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- L A Burn
- Respiratory Medicine, Addenbrooke's Hospital, Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Cambridge, UK
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- Respiratory Medicine, Addenbrooke's Hospital, Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Cambridge, UK
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- Department of Computational Biomedicine, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- Respiratory Medicine, Addenbrooke's Hospital, Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Cambridge, UK
- Cambridge Institute for Medical Research (CIMR), University of Cambridge, Cambridge, UK
- Respiratory Medicine, Royal Papworth Hospital, Cambridge, UK
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Koike S, Shiina T, Takasuna K. A Rare Type of Pneumothorax Recurrence After Surgery, Caused by a Lung Laceration Next to the Adhesion. Cureus 2024; 16:e72585. [PMID: 39610605 PMCID: PMC11602440 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.72585] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 10/28/2024] [Indexed: 11/30/2024] Open
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Recurrence of primary spontaneous pneumothorax after surgical treatment was often caused by overlooking bullae in surgical treatments, bullae regrowth, or bullae neogenesis. Herein, we present a very rare type of recurrence after surgical treatment, which was caused by lung laceration next to the adhesion created after the surgery. The patient was a 22-year-old volleyball player, and we presumed that sudden chest wall compression that occurred during volleyball displaced the lung next to the adhesion inwardly and caused the lung laceration.
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- Sachie Koike
- Thoracic Surgery, Ina Central Hospital, Ina, JPN
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Suzuki K, Kitami A, Komiyama S, Okada M, Takamiya S, Ohashi S, Uematsu S. Evaluation of the nonstapling bullectomy by manual suturing for young men with primary spontaneous pneumothorax. J Thorac Dis 2024; 16:5826-5834. [PMID: 39444917 PMCID: PMC11494564 DOI: 10.21037/jtd-24-693] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/26/2024] [Accepted: 07/26/2024] [Indexed: 10/25/2024]
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Background Currently, surgery for primary spontaneous pneumothorax (PSP) is performed by bullectomy using a stapler with complete video-assisted thoracic surgery (cVATS). However, the postoperative recurrence rate (RR) of PSP is high in young men. The factors of postoperative PSP recurrence are the formation of postoperative bulla neogenesis (POBN) around the staple line, pleural injury caused by forceps for VATS, and bulla overlooked with a thoracoscope. We attempted nonstapling bullectomy with one-port-one-window (1p-1w) by using hybrid VATS (hVATS) to reduce postoperative RR. This study aimed to evaluate nonstapling bullectomy by manual suturing for young male patients with PSP compared with bullectomy by cVATS. Methods From January 2012 to December 2022, we retrospectively reviewed the medical records of 259 male patients aged ≤25 years who underwent initial surgery for PSP and compared them between two groups, with staple use (S+) or by manual suturing without staple use (S-). RR, operative time, blood loss, and postoperative hospitalization period were examined in both groups. Results The median operative time was 81 and 63 min in the S- and S+ groups, respectively (P<0.001), with the S- group tending to be statistically significantly longer. The mean intraoperative blood loss was 1.61 and 2.11 mL in the S- and S+ groups, respectively (P=0.003). The median postoperative hospitalization period was 4 days in both groups (P=0.32). Recurrences occurred in 8 (7.1%) and 14 patients (12.2%) in the S- and S+ groups, respectively [odds ratio (OR) =0.55; 95% confidence interval (CI): 0.22-1.37; P=0.19]. In patients aged <20 years, 5 (6.6%) and 10 (14.1%) patients had a recurrence in the S- and S+ groups, respectively (OR =0.42; 95% CI: 0.13-1.32; P=0.13). Conclusions Compared with stapling bullectomy, nonstapling bullectomy with small thoracotomy for young male patients with PSP had lesser RR. This procedure is beneficial in reducing postoperative recurrence and is one of the surgical choices for young male patients with PSP.
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- Kosuke Suzuki
- Respiratory Disease Center, Showa University Northern Yokohama Hospital, Yokohama, Japan
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- Respiratory Disease Center, Showa University Northern Yokohama Hospital, Yokohama, Japan
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- Respiratory Disease Center, Showa University Northern Yokohama Hospital, Yokohama, Japan
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- Respiratory Disease Center, Showa University Northern Yokohama Hospital, Yokohama, Japan
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- Respiratory Disease Center, Showa University Northern Yokohama Hospital, Yokohama, Japan
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- Respiratory Disease Center, Showa University Northern Yokohama Hospital, Yokohama, Japan
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- Respiratory Disease Center, Showa University Northern Yokohama Hospital, Yokohama, Japan
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Huang N, He S, Chen S, Zhang G, Ruan L, Huang J. Incidence and risk factors for recurrent primary spontaneous pneumothorax after video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery: a systematic review and meta-analysis. J Thorac Dis 2024; 16:3696-3710. [PMID: 38983166 PMCID: PMC11228730 DOI: 10.21037/jtd-24-175] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/31/2024] [Accepted: 04/30/2024] [Indexed: 07/11/2024]
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Background The incidence and risk factors for recurrent primary spontaneous pneumothorax (PSP) after video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) remain controversial. A systematic review and meta-analysis were conducted to determine the incidence and risk factors for recurrence of PSP after VATS. Methods A systematic search of PubMed, Web of Science, Embase, and Cochrane Library databases was conducted to identify studies that reported the rate and risk factors for recurrence of PSP after VATS published up to December 2023. The pooled recurrence rate and odds ratio (OR) with 95% confidence interval (CI) were calculated using a random-effects model. In addition, risk factors were similarly included in the meta-analysis, and sources of heterogeneity were explored using meta-regression analysis. Results A total of 72 studies involving 23,531 patients were included in the meta-analysis of recurrence. The pooled recurrence rate of PSP after VATS was 10% (95% CI: 8-12%). Male sex (OR: 0.61; 95% CI: 0.41-0.92; P=0.02), younger age [mean difference (MD): -2.01; 95% CI: -2.57 to -1.45; P<0.001), lower weight (MD: -1.57; 95% CI: -3.03 to -0.11; P=0.04), lower body mass index (BMI) (MD: -0.73; 95% CI: -1.08 to 0.37; P<0.001), and history of contralateral pneumothorax (OR: 2.46; 95% CI: 1.56-3.87; P<0.001) were associated with recurrent PSP, whereas height, smoking history, affected side, stapling line reinforcement, and pleurodesis were not associated with recurrent PSP after VATS. Conclusions The recurrence rate of PSP after VATS remains high. Healthcare professionals should focus on factors, including sex, age, weight, BMI, and history of contralateral pneumothorax, that may influence recurrence.
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- Ningbin Huang
- School of Nursing, Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, China
- Organ Transplantation Department, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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- School of Nursing, Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, China
- Organ Transplantation Department, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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- School of Nursing, Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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- Bronchoscopy Room, Guangzhou Institute of Respiratory Health, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Nursing, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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- Operating Room, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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Suzuki H, Tsunezuka H, Okada S, Shimomura M, Ishihara S, Inoue M. Non-stapling thoracoscopic surgery for spontaneous pneumothorax in young patients. Gen Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2024; 72:395-400. [PMID: 38062327 DOI: 10.1007/s11748-023-01992-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/12/2023] [Accepted: 11/08/2023] [Indexed: 05/26/2024]
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OBJECTIVES Spontaneous pneumothorax in young patients has a high recurrence rate, even after surgical treatment, and bulla neogenesis around stapled lesions has been reported as a cause of postoperative recurrence. We investigate the clinical safety and long-term outcome of non-stapling thoracoscopic surgery for spontaneous pneumothorax in young patients. METHODS Twenty-seven non-stapling thoracoscopic surgeries for pneumothorax in 24 patients younger than 25 years were retrospectively reviewed. The non-stapling surgical techniques used to treat bullae included thoracoscopic suture plication, soft-coagulation, covering, and ligation. Long-term follow-up was conducted by telephone or by a mailed questionnaire. RESULTS In 22 (81.5%) operations, suture plication, soft-coagulation, and covering procedures were used in combination. The median number of bullae treated in one operation was 2 (range, 0-6). The median operative time was 97 min, and the median postoperative drainage and postoperative hospital stay periods were 1 and 3 days, respectively. No complications of grade 2 or higher were observed. Patients were followed for at least 30 (median, 37) months. The postoperative recurrence rate was 3.7%, with one case of recurrence due to bulla neogenesis at a distant site. CONCLUSION Non-stapling thoracoscopic surgery with covering procedure for pneumothorax in young patients might reduce postoperative recurrence.
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- Hirofumi Suzuki
- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Osaka General Hospital of West Japan Railway Company, 1-2-22 Matsuzaki-Cho, Abeno-Ku, Osaka, 545-0053, Japan
- Division of Thoracic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Graduate School of Medical Science, Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine, 465 Kajiicho, Kawaramachidori-Hirokoji, Kamigyo-Ku, Kyoto, 602-8566, Japan
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Otsu City Hospital, 2-9-9 Motomiya, Otsu, Shiga, 520-0804, Japan
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- Division of Thoracic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Graduate School of Medical Science, Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine, 465 Kajiicho, Kawaramachidori-Hirokoji, Kamigyo-Ku, Kyoto, 602-8566, Japan
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- Division of Thoracic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Graduate School of Medical Science, Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine, 465 Kajiicho, Kawaramachidori-Hirokoji, Kamigyo-Ku, Kyoto, 602-8566, Japan
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- Division of Thoracic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Graduate School of Medical Science, Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine, 465 Kajiicho, Kawaramachidori-Hirokoji, Kamigyo-Ku, Kyoto, 602-8566, Japan
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- Division of Thoracic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Graduate School of Medical Science, Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine, 465 Kajiicho, Kawaramachidori-Hirokoji, Kamigyo-Ku, Kyoto, 602-8566, Japan.
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van Steenwijk QCA, Spaans LN, Heineman DJ, van den Broek FJC, Dickhoff C. Population-based study on surgical care for primary spontaneous pneumothorax. Eur J Cardiothorac Surg 2024; 65:ezae104. [PMID: 38489837 PMCID: PMC10980590 DOI: 10.1093/ejcts/ezae104] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/03/2023] [Revised: 03/05/2024] [Accepted: 03/13/2024] [Indexed: 03/17/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVES The optimal surgical strategy for primary spontaneous pneumothorax remains a matter of debate and variation in surgical practice is expected. This variation may influence clinical outcomes, such as postoperative complications and length of stay. This national population-based registry study provides an overview and extent of variability of current surgical practice and outcomes in the Netherlands. METHODS To identify national patterns of care and between-hospital variability in the treatment of primary spontaneous pneumothorax, patients who underwent surgical pleurodesis and/or bullectomy between 2014 and 2021, were identified from the Dutch Lung Cancer Audit-Surgery database. The type of surgical intervention, postoperative complications, length of stay and ipsilateral recurrences were recorded. RESULTS AND CONCLUSIONS Out of 4338 patients, 1851 patients were identified to have primary spontaneous pneumothorax. The median age was 25 years (interquartile range 20-31) and 82% was male. The most performed surgical procedure was bullectomy with pleurodesis (83%). The overall complication rate was 12% (Clavien-Dindo grade ≥III 6%), with the highest recorded incidence for persistent air leak >5 days (5%). Median postoperative length of stay was 4 days (interquartile range 3-6) and 0.7% underwent a repeat pleurodesis for ipsilateral recurrence. Complication rate and length of stay differed considerably between hospitals. There were no differences between the surgical procedures. In the Netherlands, surgical patients with primary spontaneous pneumothorax are preferably treated with bullectomy plus pleurodesis. Postoperative complications and length of stay vary widely and are considerable in this young patient group. This may be reduced by optimization of surgical care.
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- Quirine C A van Steenwijk
- Department of Surgery, Maxima Medical Centre, Veldhoven, Netherlands
- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Amsterdam UMC, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam, Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, Maxima Medical Centre, Veldhoven, Netherlands
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Amsterdam UMC, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam, Netherlands
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Amsterdam UMC, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam, Netherlands
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Woo W, Kim BJ, Moon DH, Kang DY, Lee S, Oh TY. Oxidized Regenerated Cellulose versus Polyglycolic Acid for Pleural Coverage in Pneumothorax Surgery. J Clin Med 2023; 12:jcm12113705. [PMID: 37297900 DOI: 10.3390/jcm12113705] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/22/2023] [Revised: 05/12/2023] [Accepted: 05/24/2023] [Indexed: 06/12/2023] Open
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Objectives: Although surgical intervention for spontaneous pneumothorax (SP) reduces the recurrence rate, thoracoscopic surgery is associated with greater postoperative recurrence rates than open thoracotomy. A polyglycolic acid (PGA) sheet or oxidized regenerated cellulose (ORC) mesh can therefore be used for additional coverage after thoracoscopic surgery, and this study compared the clinical impacts of these two materials. Methods: From 2018 to 2020, 262 thoracoscopic surgeries for primary SP were performed, of which 125 patients were enrolled in this study, and 48 and 77 patients received ORC and PGA coverage, respectively. The clinical characteristics and surgical procedures were reviewed, and the recurrence rates were compared. To obtain more comprehensive evidence, we performed a literature review and meta-analysis comparing ORC and PGA coverage. Results: There were no significant differences in patient characteristics between the two groups. Operating time was slightly shorter in the ORC group than in the PGA group (p = 0.008). The pneumothorax recurrence rate was similar in both groups (PGA: 10.4%, ORC: 6.2%, p = 0.529), but the recurrence-free interval was significantly longer (p = 0.036) in the ORC (262 days) than in the PGA (48.5 days) group. The literature review identified three relevant studies, and the meta-analysis revealed no difference in pneumothorax recurrence rate between the two coverage materials. Conclusions: The two visceral pleural coverage materials, PGA and ORC, did not show significant differences in postoperative pneumothorax recurrence. Therefore, if applied appropriately, the choice of material between ORC and PGA for thoracoscopic pneumothorax surgery does not have a significant impact on the clinical outcome.
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- Wongi Woo
- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Gangnam Severance Hospital, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul 06273, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, National Health Insurance Service Ilsan Hospital, Goyang 10444, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Gangnam Severance Hospital, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul 06273, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Kangbuk Samsung Hospital, Sungkyunkwan University College of Medicine, Seoul 03181, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Gangnam Severance Hospital, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul 06273, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Kangbuk Samsung Hospital, Sungkyunkwan University College of Medicine, Seoul 03181, Republic of Korea
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Kabuto T, Omasa M, Nagata S, Tokushige K, Adachi T, Nakanishi T, Motoyama H. The effect of polyglycolic acid sheet in preventing postoperative recurrent pneumothorax: a prospective cohort study. J Cardiothorac Surg 2023; 18:13. [PMID: 36627669 PMCID: PMC9830893 DOI: 10.1186/s13019-023-02111-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/14/2022] [Accepted: 01/02/2023] [Indexed: 01/12/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Primary spontaneous pneumothorax occasionally relapses, even after bullectomy; therefore, coverage of the bullectomy staple line for pleural reinforcement is common in Japan. However, the appropriate covering materials have not yet been determined. METHODS This was a longitudinal prospective cohort study. Data were available for patients aged < 40 years with primary spontaneous pneumothorax who underwent their first thoracoscopic bullectomy between July 2015 and June 2021. We used oxidized regenerated cellulose (ORC) sheets from July 2015 to June 2018, and polyglycolic acid (PGA) sheets from July 2018 to June 2021. The postoperative recurrence-free survival rate was evaluated. The characteristics of the recurrent cases (radiographic, intraoperative, and pathological findings) were also evaluated. The extent of pleural adhesions was classified into the following three groups: none, medium, or extensive. RESULTS A total of 187 patients were included in the study. There were 92 and 95 participants in the ORC and PGA sheet groups, respectively. The postoperative recurrence-free survival rates were significantly higher in the PGA sheet group than in the ORC sheet group (ORC group vs. PGA group, 82.9% vs. 95.4%, p = 0.031). In recurrent cases, there was a significant difference in terms of pleural adhesion (0.0% [12 of 12, none] vs. 100.0% [four of four, extensive], p < 0.001). CONCLUSIONS Compared with ORC sheets, PGA sheets are an effective material for preventing early recurrence of primary spontaneous pneumothorax. Strong local pleural adhesions potentially contribute to decreasing recurrence.
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- Takafumi Kabuto
- grid.416289.00000 0004 1772 3264Department of Thoracic Surgery, Kobe City Nishi-Kobe Medical Center, 5-7-1, Kojidai, Nishi-Ku, Kobe, Hyogo 651-2273 Japan
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- grid.416289.00000 0004 1772 3264Department of Thoracic Surgery, Kobe City Nishi-Kobe Medical Center, 5-7-1, Kojidai, Nishi-Ku, Kobe, Hyogo 651-2273 Japan
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- grid.416389.10000 0004 0643 0917Department of Thoracic Surgery, Nagara Medical Center, 1300-7 Nagara, Gifu, 502-8558 Japan
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- grid.416289.00000 0004 1772 3264Department of Respiratory Medicine, Kobe City Nishi-Kobe Medical Center, 5-7-1, Kojidai, Nishi-Ku, Kobe, Hyogo 651-2273 Japan
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- grid.416289.00000 0004 1772 3264Department of Thoracic Surgery, Kobe City Nishi-Kobe Medical Center, 5-7-1, Kojidai, Nishi-Ku, Kobe, Hyogo 651-2273 Japan
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- grid.416289.00000 0004 1772 3264Department of Thoracic Surgery, Kobe City Nishi-Kobe Medical Center, 5-7-1, Kojidai, Nishi-Ku, Kobe, Hyogo 651-2273 Japan
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- grid.416289.00000 0004 1772 3264Department of Thoracic Surgery, Kobe City Nishi-Kobe Medical Center, 5-7-1, Kojidai, Nishi-Ku, Kobe, Hyogo 651-2273 Japan
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Campisi A, Pompili C, Giovannetti R, Gabryel P, Bonadiman C, Dobiecki T, Kasprzyk M, Infante M, Piwkowski C. Surgical Management of Primary Spontaneous Pneumothorax Without Lung Bullae. J Surg Res 2022; 280:241-247. [PMID: 36027657 DOI: 10.1016/j.jss.2022.07.026] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/05/2022] [Revised: 07/09/2022] [Accepted: 07/28/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Primary spontaneous pneumothorax (PSP) is a relatively common disease. Different studies have been published but lung resection, when no emphysema-like changes (ELC) are detected, is unclear. The aim of our study is to retrospectively investigate the role of lung resection of the apex of the lung in patients with no ELC. METHODS This is a retrospective multicenter study of 516 patients who underwent surgical treatment of PSP with no ELC between January 2007 and December 2017. Patients were divided into two groups: pleurodesis alone group, only mechanical pleurodesis performed (53 patients), and apical resection group, apical resection of the lung and mechanical pleurodesis performed (463 patients). The following were the primary end points considered: recurrence rate and perioperative complications; the following were the secondary end points considered: length of stay, chest tube removal, residual pleural space, prolonged air leak, and reoperation rate. RESULTS No differences were found in the baseline and operative characteristics of the two groups. Both primary end points were statistically different: recurrence rate (15.1% versus 6.5%, P = 0.023) and perioperative complications (18.9% versus 7.3%, P = 0.004). Among secondary end points length of stay (6.94 versus 5.55, P = 0.033) and prolonged air leak (15.1% versus 4.3%, P = 0.001) were statistically different. On multivariate analysis, lung resection emerged as a protective factor for recurrence (hazard ratio 0.182, P < 0.001). CONCLUSIONS In our experience, apical lung resection in patients without ELC may reduce recurrence rate and perioperative complications when compared with pleurodesis alone.
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- Alessio Campisi
- Department of Thoracic Surgery, University and Hospital Trust - Borgo Trento, Verona, Italy.
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, University and Hospital Trust - Borgo Trento, Verona, Italy
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, University and Hospital Trust - Borgo Trento, Verona, Italy
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Poznan University of Medical Sciences, Poznan, Poland
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, University and Hospital Trust - Borgo Trento, Verona, Italy
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Poznan University of Medical Sciences, Poznan, Poland
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Poznan University of Medical Sciences, Poznan, Poland
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, University and Hospital Trust - Borgo Trento, Verona, Italy
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Poznan University of Medical Sciences, Poznan, Poland
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Cai H, Mao R, Zhou Y. Video-assisted subtotal parietal pleurectomy: an effective procedure for recurrent refractory pneumothorax. BMC Surg 2022; 22:204. [PMID: 35619102 PMCID: PMC9137161 DOI: 10.1186/s12893-022-01653-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/14/2022] [Accepted: 05/17/2022] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Refractory pneumothorax combined with diffuse emphysematous changes is an intractable problem requiring surgical treatment. Traditional bullectomy may result in long-term air leakage and has a risk of early recurrence. Pleurectomy is an effective pleurodesis procedure, which appears to be more suitable for these cases. We conducted this study to present our experience with this procedure. METHODS We collected the clinical data of 14 patients who underwent subtotal pleurectomy via video-assisted thoracic surgery (VATS) in our institution from November 2016 to October 2021. All patients had undergone complete preoperative examinations and met the indications for pleurectomy. Regular follow-up was conducted after surgery. RESULTS The study population was composed of 11 males and 3 females, with an average age of 52.4 ± 19.0 years. Subtotal pleurectomy via VATS was successfully performed in all patients, with no conversion to open surgery. The average operation time was 82.5 ± 23.4 min (range 45-120 min), intraoperative blood loss was 92.9 ± 37.1 mL (range 50-200 mL), postoperative hospital stay was 5.0 ± 4.8 days (range 2-19 days), and chest tube duration time was 22.1 ± 13.0 days (range 5-49 days). No major complication occurred except for one case in which reoperation was performed due to massive postoperative hemorrhage. The mean follow-up time was 24.8 ± 17.0 months (range 6-60 months); no recurrence was noted. CONCLUSIONS Subtotal pleurectomy via VATS is a satisfactorily effective procedure for preventing pneumothorax recurrence.
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- Haomin Cai
- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Shanghai Pulmonary Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, 507 Rd Zhengmin, Yangpu District, Shanghai, 200433, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Shanghai Pulmonary Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, 507 Rd Zhengmin, Yangpu District, Shanghai, 200433, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Shanghai Pulmonary Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, 507 Rd Zhengmin, Yangpu District, Shanghai, 200433, China.
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Shigefuku S, Takahashi H, Ito M, Kajiwara N, Ohira T, Ikeda N. Significance of very-low-voltage coagulation plus coverage with polyglycolic acid sheet after bullectomy for primary spontaneous pneumothorax. Asian Cardiovasc Thorac Ann 2022; 30:2184923211072595. [PMID: 35040360 DOI: 10.1177/02184923211072595] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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BACKGROUND The purpose of this study was to clarify the efficacy of the combination of low-voltage coagulation plus staple line coverage with a polyglycolic acid sheet after bullectomy for primary spontaneous pneumothorax to prevent a postoperative recurrence. METHODS A total of 143 patients who underwent bullectomy for primary spontaneous pneumothorax between January 2014 and December 2019 were enrolled in this study. We classified the patients into two groups based on additional procedures after bullectomy, namely, low-voltage coagulation for the margin of the staple line plus coverage with a polyglycolic acid sheet (Group A) and staple line coverage with a polyglycolic acid sheet alone (Group B). We evaluated perioperative factors and recurrence-free survival after surgery in the two groups. RESULTS Nine patients in Group B developed postoperative recurrences. In contrast, there was no postoperative recurrence in Group A. According to the Kaplan-Meier curves, the 2-year recurrence-free survival rates of the patients were 100% and 90.3%, in Group A and Group B, respectively. The log-rank test showed a significant difference between the two groups (p = 0.031). CONCLUSION Low-voltage coagulation for the margin of a staple line plus coverage with a polyglycolic acid sheet is a useful option as an additional technique after bullectomy for primary spontaneous pneumothorax to prevent a postoperative recurrence.
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- Shunsuke Shigefuku
- Department of Surgery, 89440Hachioji Medical Center of Tokyo Medical University, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, 89440Hachioji Medical Center of Tokyo Medical University, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, 89440Hachioji Medical Center of Tokyo Medical University, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, 89440Hachioji Medical Center of Tokyo Medical University, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Tokyo Medical University, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Tokyo Medical University, Tokyo, Japan
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Woo W, Kim CH, Kim BJ, Song SH, Moon DH, Kang DY, Lee S. Early Postoperative Pneumothorax Might Not Be 'True' Recurrence. J Clin Med 2021; 10:jcm10235687. [PMID: 34884388 PMCID: PMC8658547 DOI: 10.3390/jcm10235687] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/08/2021] [Revised: 11/27/2021] [Accepted: 11/30/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Objectives: To date, there is no consensual definition of what constitutes a postoperative recurrence of primary spontaneous pneumothorax (PSP), despite there being many studies reporting a high incidence of recurrence. This study aims to describe the long-term recurrence rates of pneumothorax and to suggest a possible way to differentiate recurrence events based on temporal patterns. Methods: This single-center study retrospectively evaluated all postoperative recurrence of PSP from January 2007 to May 2019. Patients’ demographics, history of pneumothorax, radiologic data, surgical technique, and the time between operation and recurrence were analyzed. Univariate and multivariable analyses were conducted to find potential risk factors related to long-term recurrence. Results: Of the 77 postoperative recurrent cases of pneumothorax, 21 (27.2%) occurred within 30 days after surgery and, thus, were classified as early recurrences (ER), while the remaining cases were classified as late recurrences (LR). There was no difference in preoperative variables between the two groups. However, the rate of incidence of second recurrence (SR), which represented a long-term prognosis, was significantly higher in the LR group (28.6% vs. 4.8%, p = 0.030). On univariate and multivariable analyses, late recurrence was the only significant factor predicting later recurrence events. Conclusion: Postoperative recurrence (PoR) within 30 days had a lower SR rate. Therefore, it might not be a ‘true’ postoperative recurrence with a favorable prognosis. Further studies investigating postoperative recurrence based on temporal patterns would be warranted to improve the classification of PoR.
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- Wongi Woo
- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Gangnam Severance Hospital, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul 06273, Korea; (W.W.); (C.H.K.); (B.J.K.); (D.H.M.)
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Gangnam Severance Hospital, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul 06273, Korea; (W.W.); (C.H.K.); (B.J.K.); (D.H.M.)
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Gangnam Severance Hospital, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul 06273, Korea; (W.W.); (C.H.K.); (B.J.K.); (D.H.M.)
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Sanggye Paik Hospital, Inje University College of Medicine, Seoul 01757, Korea;
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Gangnam Severance Hospital, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul 06273, Korea; (W.W.); (C.H.K.); (B.J.K.); (D.H.M.)
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Kangbuk Samsung Hospital, Sungkyunkwan University College of Medicine, Seoul 03181, Korea
- Correspondence: (D.-Y.K.); (S.L.); Tel.: +82-02-2001-8543 (D.-Y.K.); +82-02-2019-3381 (S.L.); Fax: +82-02-2001-2049 (D.-Y.K.); +82-02-3461-8282 (S.L.)
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Gangnam Severance Hospital, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul 06273, Korea; (W.W.); (C.H.K.); (B.J.K.); (D.H.M.)
- Correspondence: (D.-Y.K.); (S.L.); Tel.: +82-02-2001-8543 (D.-Y.K.); +82-02-2019-3381 (S.L.); Fax: +82-02-2001-2049 (D.-Y.K.); +82-02-3461-8282 (S.L.)
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Adachi H, Kigoshi H, Kikuchi A, Ito H, Masuda M. Feasibility of application of an absorbable topical collagen hemostat sheet (INTEGRAN ®) for prevention of postoperative recurrence of pneumothorax in youths. J Thorac Dis 2021; 13:3979-3987. [PMID: 34422328 PMCID: PMC8339785 DOI: 10.21037/jtd-21-274] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/12/2021] [Accepted: 05/20/2021] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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Background Staple-line coverage is an effective method for prevention of postoperative recurrence of pneumothorax. However, the recurrence rate in young patients is still unsatisfactory using this method. Moreover, there is no consensus about the optimal material for use in this technique. To explore new material for this technique, we conducted this study to evaluate the safety of an absorbable topical collagen hemostat (INTEGRAN®) for staple-line coverage in pneumothorax surgery in young patients. Methods A single-arm prospective interventional study was performed in 25 patients (age <25 years old) with primary spontaneous pneumothorax (PSP) who underwent wedge resection with staple-line coverage with INTEGRAN® between 2017 and 2020. The rate of material-related adverse events (defined as a body temperature ≥38 ℃ continuing for ≥2 days, postoperative WBC >18,000/mm3 and/or CRP >15 mg/dL, or acute empyema within 30 postoperative days) was defined as the primary endpoint. The 1-year postoperative rates of recurrence and of new bullae around the staple-line were also measured. Results The median age was 19 years old. None of the patients had a body temperature ≥38 ℃ continuing for ≥2 days, extra-abnormal examination data, and acute empyema findings. At 1-year postoperatively, the recurrence rate was 12.0%, and the rate of new bullae around the staple-line was 16.7%. Conclusions This study showed the safety of use of INTEGRAN® for staple-line coverage in pneumothorax surgery in young adults. The short-term recurrence rate was acceptable given the high-risk cohort examined in the study. A prospective randomized controlled study is needed for evaluation of the efficacy of INTEGRAN® for prevention of recurrence of PSP. Trial Registration UMIN000026530 at UMIN Clinical Trials Registry
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- Hiroyuki Adachi
- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Kanagawa Cancer Center, Yokohama, Japan.,Department of General Thoracic Surgery, Kanto Rosai Hospital, Kawasaki, Japan
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- Department of General Thoracic Surgery, Kanto Rosai Hospital, Kawasaki, Japan
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- Department of General Thoracic Surgery, Kanto Rosai Hospital, Kawasaki, Japan.,Department of Surgery, Yokohama City University, Yokohama, Japan
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Kanagawa Cancer Center, Yokohama, Japan.,Department of Surgery, Yokohama City University, Yokohama, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Yokohama City University, Yokohama, Japan
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Cattoni M, Rotolo N, Mastromarino MG, Cardillo G, Nosotti M, Mendogni P, Rizzi A, Raveglia F, Siciliani A, Rendina EA, Cagini L, Matricardi A, Filosso PL, Passone E, Margaritora S, Vita ML, Bertoglio P, Viti A, Imperatori A. Analysis of pneumothorax recurrence risk factors in 843 patients who underwent videothoracoscopy for primary spontaneous pneumothorax: results of a multicentric study. Interact Cardiovasc Thorac Surg 2021; 31:78-84. [PMID: 32353121 DOI: 10.1093/icvts/ivaa064] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/16/2019] [Revised: 02/20/2020] [Accepted: 03/03/2020] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES Risk factors for pneumothorax recurrence after videothoracoscopy for primary spontaneous pneumothorax are still being debated. The goal of this study was to assess whether the pleurodesis technique and other variables are possibly associated with the postoperative ipsilateral recurrence of pneumothorax. METHODS We retrospectively collected data of 1178 consecutive ≤40-year-old patients who underwent videothoracoscopy for primary spontaneous pneumothorax in 9 centres between 2007 and 2017. We excluded patients with hybrid pleurodesis and/or incomplete follow-up, leaving for analysis 843 cases [80% men; median age (interquartile range) 22 (18-28) years]. Univariable and multivariable analyses were performed by logistic regression and tested by Cox regression model to assess factors related to ipsilateral pneumothorax recurrence including age, gender, body mass index, smoking habit, cannabis smoking, respiratory comorbidity, dystrophic severity score, surgical indication, videothoracoscopy port number and side, lung resection, pleurodesis technique and postoperative prolonged air leak (>5 days). RESULTS Blebs/bullae resection was performed in 664 (79%) patients. Pleurodesis was achieved by partial pleurectomy in 228 (27%) cases; by pleural electrocauterization in 176 (21%); by pleural abrasion in 121 (14%); and by talc poudrage in 318 (38%). During a median follow-up period of 70.0 months (95% confidence interval 66.6-73.4), pneumothorax recurred in 79 patients (9.4%); among these, 29 underwent redo surgery; 34, chest drain/talc slurry; and 16, clinicoradiological observation. The only independent risk factor for recurrence was postoperative prolonged air leak (P < 0.001) that was significantly related to blebs/bullae resection (P = 0.03). CONCLUSIONS In this multicentric series, postoperative ipsilateral pneumothorax recurrence was remarkable and independently related to prolonged postoperative air leak; besides the retrospective study setting, the pleurodesis method did not have an impact on recurrence. To prevent prolonged air leak, blebs/bullae treatment should be accurate and performed only if indicated.
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- Maria Cattoni
- Center for Thoracic Surgery and Center for Minimally Invasive Surgery, Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Insubria, Varese, Italy
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- Center for Thoracic Surgery and Center for Minimally Invasive Surgery, Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Insubria, Varese, Italy
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- Unit of Thoracic Surgery, Regional Hospital San Camillo-Forlanini, Rome, Italy
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- Thoracic Surgery and Lung Transplantation, Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Milan, Italy
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- Thoracic Surgery and Lung Transplantation, Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Milan, Italy
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- Thoracic Surgery, ASST Santi Paolo e Carlo, Ospedale San Paolo, Milan, Italy
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- Thoracic Surgery, ASST Santi Paolo e Carlo, Ospedale San Paolo, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, University of Perugia Medical School, Perugia, Italy
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, University of Perugia Medical School, Perugia, Italy
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Città della Salute e della Scienza di Torino, Turin, Italy
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Città della Salute e della Scienza di Torino, Turin, Italy
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- Department of General Thoracic Surgery, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario "A. Gemelli", IRCCS, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Rome, Italy
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- Department of General Thoracic Surgery, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario "A. Gemelli", IRCCS, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Rome, Italy
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- Division of Thoracic Surgery, IRCCS, Sacro Cuore-Don Calabria Hospital, Negrar di Valpolicella, Verona, Italy
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- Division of Thoracic Surgery, IRCCS, Sacro Cuore-Don Calabria Hospital, Negrar di Valpolicella, Verona, Italy
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- Center for Thoracic Surgery and Center for Minimally Invasive Surgery, Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Insubria, Varese, Italy
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Jeon HW, Kim YD, Sim SB. Should We Consider the Resected Lung Volume in Primary Spontaneous Pneumothorax? World J Surg 2021; 44:2797-2803. [PMID: 32328783 DOI: 10.1007/s00268-020-05522-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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BACKGROUND Although bullectomy is the most curative treatment in primary spontaneous pneumothorax (PSP), postoperative recurrence is not uncommon. New bulla formation at the staple line is the most common cause of recurrence. However, the mechanism is not known. We believe that the pressure gradient plays the main role in new bulla formation. A large resection amount induces a prolonged pressure gradient for obliteration of the residual space. This study aimed to identify the association between resected lung volume and recurrence. METHODS The medical records of patients who underwent video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) bullectomy were reviewed between October 2010 and December 2017. A total of 396 patients underwent surgery for spontaneous pneumothorax. The electronic medical records (EMRs) of the patients were reviewed. Patients with secondary spontaneous pneumothorax were excluded. Patients who were diagnosed with emphysema on CT were excluded. Patients with PSP were excluded from the study if the bulla was not located in the apex or if there was no ruptured bulla at the time of the operation. Patients who lacked EMRs were also excluded. We reviewed the medical records of 276 patients. The apical resected lung volume was estimated using a conical volumetric formula with the use of the specimen size. The risk factors for postoperative recurrence were analyzed. RESULTS The median age was 19 years old (range 13-36). A total of 261 patients were male (94.6%). The median body weight and body mass index (BMI) were 58 kg (range 40-82) and 18.92 (range 15.21-26.47), respectively. In 24 patients, both sides were operated on simultaneously. The resected lung volume was obtained by using a conical volumetric formula, and the value was divided by the BMI value. The median value was 1.43 (0.03-5.67). The median operative time was 35 min (range 15-120). The median postoperative day was 4 (range 2-12). Age (p = 0.006), the value of the resected lung volume divided by BMI (p = 0.003), bilateral bullectomy (p = 0.013) and transverse diameter (p = 0.034) were associated with postoperative recurrence according to the univariate analysis. According to the multivariate analysis, age and the value of the lung volume divided by BMI were significant risk factors for postoperative recurrence. CONCLUSIONS Younger age and a large resected lung volume and a low BMI are associated with postoperative recurrence after VATS bullectomy for PSP.
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- Hyun Woo Jeon
- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Bucheon St. Mary's Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, 222 Banpo-daero, Seocho-gu, Bucheon, Seoul, 137-701, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Bucheon St. Mary's Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, 222 Banpo-daero, Seocho-gu, Bucheon, Seoul, 137-701, Republic of Korea.
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Bucheon St. Mary's Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, 222 Banpo-daero, Seocho-gu, Bucheon, Seoul, 137-701, Republic of Korea
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Ali JM, Aresu G. Is it time to reconsider the need for bullectomy in the surgical management of primary spontaneous pneumothorax? J Thorac Dis 2020; 12:3921-3923. [PMID: 32944299 PMCID: PMC7475578 DOI: 10.21037/jtd.2020.04.46] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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- Jason M Ali
- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Royal Papworth Hospital, Cambridge Biomedical Campus, Cambridge, UK
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Royal Papworth Hospital, Cambridge Biomedical Campus, Cambridge, UK
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Jeon HW, Kim YD, Sim SB. Use of imaging studies to predict postoperative recurrences of primary spontaneous pneumothorax. J Thorac Dis 2020; 12:2683-2690. [PMID: 32642176 PMCID: PMC7330309 DOI: 10.21037/jtd.2019.11.46] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Background Bullectomy with pleural procedure is the most effective means of treating primary spontaneous pneumothorax (PSP). However, recurrences after thoracoscopic bullectomy are unexpectedly frequent. Our aim was to identify the premonitory imaging features after thoracoscopic bullectomy that may associate with recurrences in PSP. Methods The medical records of all patients undergoing thoracoscopic bullectomy for PSP between January 2013 and September 2016 were subject to review. A total of 154 procedures performed on 147 patients qualified for study. Clinical outcomes and characteristics of patients were reviewed and serial chest radiographies were assessed, analyzing risk factors for postoperative recurrences. Results Median age of the male-predominant cohort (93.5%) was 19 (range, 15–39) years. Median operative time was 35 min, none reflecting complications. Postoperatively, diaphragmatic tenting was identified in 78 patients (50.6%), and pleural residual cavity was identified by chest radiography in 102 (66.2%). After discharge, remained diaphragmatic tenting (38/154, 24.7%) and pleural residual cavity (52/154, 33.8%) were identified by chest radiography. In univariate analysis, remained diaphragmatic tenting (P=0.026) and length of pleural residual cavity (P=0.024) emerged as risk factors for recurrence; and both reached significance in multivariate analysis (P=0.020 and P=0.018, respectively). Conclusions Remained diaphragmatic tenting after thoracoscopic surgery for PSP may be associated with the risk of postoperative recurrence.
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- Hyun Woo Jeon
- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Bucheon St. Mary's Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Bucheon, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Bucheon St. Mary's Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Bucheon, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Bucheon St. Mary's Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Bucheon, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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Nagata S, Miyata R, Omasa M, Tokushige K, Nakanishi T, Motoyama H. Clinicopathological significance of staple line coverage with an oxidized regenerated cellulose sheet after bullectomy for primary spontaneous pneumothorax. Gen Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2020; 68:1412-1417. [PMID: 32445167 DOI: 10.1007/s11748-020-01393-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/25/2020] [Accepted: 05/14/2020] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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BACKGROUND Oxidized regenerated cellulose (ORC) sheet, in surgery of primary spontaneous pneumothorax, is used to reinforce the visceral pleura around the staple line coverage aiming to prevent a postoperative recurrence. We evaluated the effect of ORC on recurrence within 2 years after surgery. METHODS A total of 201 patients aged < 40 years who underwent bullectomy for primary spontaneous pneumothorax at our institution were retrospectively reviewed. They were classified into an ORC sheet coverage group (ORC group, n = 100) and a non-coverage group (n-ORC group, n = 101). Two-year recurrence-free survival rates are assessed between the two groups with associated analysis of radiographical and operative findings. RESULTS ORC had no effect on the recurrence rate. CT images and re-operative findings showed regenerated bullae in 19 and 14 patients, close to staple lines in 14 and 11 patients, respectively. White pleural thickening within the covered area was observed in all patients of the ORC group. Pathological findings also showed pleural thickening in eight patients and bulla regeneration under pleural thickening in six patients. CONCLUSIONS Coverage with an ORC sheet after bullectomy did not prevent the regeneration of bullae and postoperative recurrence, regardless of exerting a reinforcement effect on the visceral pleura histologically.
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- Shunichi Nagata
- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Kobe City Nishi-Kobe Medical Center, 5-7-1, Kojidai, Nishi-ku, Kobe, Hyogo, 651-2273, Japan
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Kyoto University, Kyoto, Japan
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Kobe City Nishi-Kobe Medical Center, 5-7-1, Kojidai, Nishi-ku, Kobe, Hyogo, 651-2273, Japan.
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Kobe City Nishi-Kobe Medical Center, 5-7-1, Kojidai, Nishi-ku, Kobe, Hyogo, 651-2273, Japan
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Kobe City Nishi-Kobe Medical Center, 5-7-1, Kojidai, Nishi-ku, Kobe, Hyogo, 651-2273, Japan
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Kobe City Nishi-Kobe Medical Center, 5-7-1, Kojidai, Nishi-ku, Kobe, Hyogo, 651-2273, Japan
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Nachira D, Meacci E, Congedo MT, Pogliani L, Chiappetta M, Vita ML, Margaritora S. Surgical treatment of primary spontaneous pneumothorax: what is better to do? J Thorac Dis 2020; 12:1274-1276. [PMID: 32395261 PMCID: PMC7212159 DOI: 10.21037/jtd.2020.03.40] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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- Dania Nachira
- Department of General Thoracic Surgery, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario "A. Gemelli", IRCCS, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Rome, Italy
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- Department of General Thoracic Surgery, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario "A. Gemelli", IRCCS, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Rome, Italy
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- Department of General Thoracic Surgery, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario "A. Gemelli", IRCCS, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Rome, Italy
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- Department of General Thoracic Surgery, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario "A. Gemelli", IRCCS, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Rome, Italy
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- Department of General Thoracic Surgery, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario "A. Gemelli", IRCCS, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Rome, Italy
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- Department of General Thoracic Surgery, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario "A. Gemelli", IRCCS, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Rome, Italy
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- Department of General Thoracic Surgery, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario "A. Gemelli", IRCCS, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Rome, Italy
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Tsuboshima K, Matoba Y, Wakahara T. Optimal margin distance of bullectomy for primary spontaneous pneumothorax reduces postoperative recurrence. J Thorac Dis 2020; 11:5115-5123. [PMID: 32030228 DOI: 10.21037/jtd.2019.12.06] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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Background For primary spontaneous pneumothorax, bullectomy using autosutures is the standard procedure. Despite performing various methods for preventing postoperative recurrence, it remains relatively high. Although considering the margin distance of bullectomy is important, no argument has been discussed for the optical margin distance until now. Hence, we evaluated the optimal margin distance for bullectomy of spontaneous pneumothorax, bullectomy to reduce postoperative recurrence. Methods Between March 2015 and May 2018, 91 eligible candidates from 142 cases, who underwent video-assisted thoracoscopic bullectomy for spontaneous pneumothorax, bullectomy, were evaluated. We analysed the factors preventing postoperative recurrence, including the margin distance using the inverse-probability of treatment weighted method by propensity score was used to adjust for heterogeneous patient backgrounds. Results The patients' median age was 20 years (range, 14-86 years). Postoperative recurrences occurred in 8 cases (8.8%). The margin distance was 9.1±5.0 mm. The cut-off point of the margin distance was defined as 5.0 mm. The inverse-probability of treatment weighted method indicated that a margin distance ≥5.0 mm significantly prevented postoperative recurrence (P=0.0076, hazard ratio =0.18). Conclusions This study suggests that a margin distance of ≥5.0 mm for bullectomy of PSP can reduce postoperative recurrence.
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- Kenji Tsuboshima
- Department of Thoracic Surgery and Pneumothorax Center, Takasago Municipal Hospital, Takasago, Japan
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery and Pneumothorax Center, Takasago Municipal Hospital, Takasago, Japan
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery and Pneumothorax Center, Takasago Municipal Hospital, Takasago, Japan
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Commentary: Two bullectomies for one pneumothorax-A good deal? J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2019; 159:1128-1129. [PMID: 31635870 DOI: 10.1016/j.jtcvs.2019.08.060] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/20/2019] [Revised: 08/20/2019] [Accepted: 08/20/2019] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Goto T. Is surgery the choice for treatment for first presentation of pneumothorax? J Thorac Dis 2019; 11:S1398-S1401. [PMID: 31245144 DOI: 10.21037/jtd.2019.03.16] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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- Taichiro Goto
- Department of General Thoracic Surgery, Yamanashi Central Hospital, Yamanashi, Japan
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