Illustrated Anatomical Segmentectomy For Lung Cancer

Advances in CT have enabled us to detect small lung cancers, which has changed the lung cancer surgery from lobectomy to a lesser lobar resection such as a segmentectomy or wedge resection. While wedge resection is a simple procedure, it has a higher risk of local recurrence of cancer than a lobectomy. On the other hand, segmentectomy is a well known curative surgery for small lung cancers. However, it is difficult to perform accurately because of its anatomical complexity, which makes surgeons hesitant to use it. The book “Illustrated Anatomical Segmentectomy for Lung Cancer” provides readers a detailed explanation of segmentectomy with numerous easy-to-understand color illustrations showing the precise segmental anatomies for each pattern of the procedure. To better illustrate an accurate anatomical segmentectomy, the text shows details of anatomy during segmentectomy. This can involve up to 25 patterns, each of which is shown in roughly 10 illustrations.

This book explains more than 30 types of segmentectomy with plentiful figures to explain the intraoperative findings and anatomy of the lung. It also provides videos to help readers recognize the tricks and techniques that are not explained in still images. The book is organized into four parts following the anatomy of the lung; right upper lobe, right lower lobe, left upper lobe, and left lower lobe. Each chapter goes into detail on each segment and offers the latest devices and procedures. Although segmentectomy is known as curative surgery for early-stage small lung cancers, not many surgeons can perform with accuracy due to its anatomical complexity. Therefore, the purpose of Anatomical Segmentectomy for Lung Cancer is to share the knowledge and experiences of performing the surgeries and to further enhance the techniques by creating a foundation for building on to this knowledge. It is a valuable resource for thoracic surgeons interested in curative surgery for small lung cancers and for those who wish to stay up to date on the latest techniques.

This book aims to provide readers practical information on the procedure of segmentectomy for early-stage lung cancer with the use of 3D reconstruction technology. The first chapters mainly focus on the basic knowledge of lung segmentectomy, such as its history, anatomy, indications and 3D reconstruction. In the following chapters, 12 different types of lung segmentectomies for early-stage lung cancer are introduced, including CT images, 3D reconstruction images, intraoperative mark figures. More importantly, exquisite hand-painted sketches are presented, which make the procedure of lung segment resection easy to understand. This case-based book will be a valuable reference for thoracic surgeons and those who are interested in related field.

Atlas of Thoracoscopic Anatomical Pulmonary Subsegmentectomy provides an in-depth and comprehensive overview and guidance on anatomical pulmonary subsegmentectomy, from both theoretical and technical perspectives. The book is divided in two parts: Part I is dedicated to theoretical background of surgery, including surgical subsegmental anatomy, CT three-dimensional reconstruction of pulmonary structures, surgical techniques, and perioperative patient management. Part II presents more than 40 kinds of subsegmentectomies of the left and right lungs, both upper and lower lobes. As the rapid development of three-dimensional computed tomographic images has made it possible to provide more refined individualized anatomic details, and has consequently enabled advances in pulmonary subsegmentectomy, this book is a valuable resource to thoracic surgeons and physicians interested in thoracic surgery and mini-invasive surgical approaches in the thorax. Features complete coverage of all aspects of thoracoscopic anatomical pulmonary subsegmentectomy, from theory to practice Presents more than 40 kinds of subsegmentectomies of the left and right lungs, both upper and lower lobes Includes videos of 3D models and operations

This third edition Atlas of Endoscopic Major Pulmonary Resections describes in detail the totally thoracoscopic approach to major pulmonary resections, in which only endoscopic instruments and monitor control are used. Pulmonary lobectomies and segmentectomies are presented step by step, using brief technical notes and high-quality, clearly labeled still images. Each chapter begins with information on the anatomical background, which is illustrated in three-dimensional reconstructions. In turn, technical ‘tricks’ and specific pitfalls are explained in pictograms. The technical descriptions presented here are based on the author’s own technique, which in some cases differs from other video-assisted approaches. The goal is for surgeons embarking on video-assisted major pulmonary resections – regardless of which approach they use – to find helpful hints and guidance on this totally new vision of pulmonary and mediastinal anatomy.The first edition of this atlas was released at a time when video-assisted major pulmonary resections were just emerging as a valid alternative to conventional techniques. In the second edition, chapters on sublobar resections, as a new alternative to lobectomy in selected patients, were added. In this third edition, as the interest in sublobar resections is growing, and because they are challenging, the technique is dealt with in depth. In particular, readers will be introduced to new imaging technologies to support these techniques.

This edited volume, “Update in Respiratory Diseases”, is a collection of reviewed and relevant research chapters that offer a comprehensive overview of recent developments in the field of respiratory diseases. The book comprises single chapters authored by various researchers and edited by an expert active in the respiratory diseases field. All chapters are separate but are united under a common research topic. This publication aims at providing a thorough overview of the latest research efforts by international authors on respiratory diseases and opening new possible research paths for further novel developments.

This issue of Thoracic Surgery Clinics, Guest Edited by Drs. Jean Deslauriers, F.G. Pearson, and Farid Shamji, is devoted to surgery and chemotherapy for lung cancer. This issue was written as a tribute to Dr. Robert J. Ginsberg, and will include articles on: Contemporary results of surgical resection of NSCLC after induction therapy; Prediction of operative morbidity and mortality before operation; Limited resection for small diameter tumors; Management of tumors involving the chest wall, including Pancoast tumors and tumors invading the spine; Role of surgery in patients with clinical N2 disease; Reconstruction of the bronchus and pulmonary artery; Current status of systematic lymph node dissection versus lymph node sampling; Intraoperative nodal staging: Role of sentinel node technology; Stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT) in early stage tumors; Palliative resection; Adjuvant chemotherapy after pulmonary resection for lung cancer; Targeted therapy and new anti-cancer drugs in advanced disease; Biologic approaches to drug selection and targeted therapies; Cost effective methods for follow-up after lung cancer surgery; Quality of life after pulmonary resection; and Principles of palliative care.

The Video-Atlas of Pulmonary Sublobar Resections aims to be a reference multimedia book for Thoracic Surgeons. Mainly focused on operative technical aspects, each individual segmentectomy and many combinations are described. Each chapter opens with anatomical 3D reconstructions of the segment and its bronchoscopic anatomy. Then, the main steps for performing the procedure, that are illustrated in high-definition (HD) video-clips and figures, are described. Expert authors highlight specifical tips & tricks for succesfully performing the resection, and include anatomical variations that also illustrate with HD video-clips. This illustrated guide provides thoracic surgeons with an incredibly useful tool for learning and improving their technique in sublobar resections. Videos and more: Download the free Springer Multimedia App - Scan dedicated images in this book to stream videos or access and download supplementary material.