rintaleikkaus
Rintaleikkaus, also known as chest surgery or thoracic surgery, refers to any surgical procedure performed on the chest cavity. This encompasses a wide range of operations involving the lungs, esophagus, heart, and major blood vessels within the thorax. Common reasons for rintaleikkaus include the treatment of lung cancer, benign lung tumors, emphysema, and other lung diseases. It can also be necessary for repairing injuries to the chest wall or internal organs.
The primary approaches to rintaleikkaus are open surgery and minimally invasive techniques. Open surgery typically involves
Before undergoing rintaleikkaus, patients undergo thorough pre-operative evaluations, including imaging scans and lung function tests, to