The use of Transcollation Technology for Video-Assisted Thoracic Surgery lobectomy
Background: Video-Assisted Thoracic Surgery (VATS) lobectomy is now considered the preferred approach at many centers for early stage lung cancer. However, it needs an adequate learning curve, and it may be challenging in non-expert hands. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of Transcollation Technology over Traditional Electrocautery to perform hilar and mediastinal dissection during VATS lobectomy. Methods: This is a single-center retrospective study including consecutive patients undergoing VATS lobectomy for lung cancer.