thoraxkirurgian

Thoraxkirurgian, also known as thoracic surgery, is a surgical specialty focused on the diagnosis and operative treatment of diseases affecting the chest. This field encompasses surgical procedures on organs located within the thorax, including the lungs, esophagus, trachea, pleura, diaphragm, and the mediastinum. While often associated with lung cancer surgery, thoracic surgery also addresses a wide range of conditions.

Common procedures in thoraxkirurgian include surgical resection of lung tumors, both malignant and benign. Other areas of focus include the treatment of pleural diseases such as empyema and pneumothorax, and esophageal conditions like achalasia and cancer. Surgeries involving the trachea, diaphragm, and the mediastinum, which contains the heart and major blood vessels, are also part of this specialty.

Modern thoraxkirurgian increasingly utilizes minimally invasive techniques, such as video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) and robotic-assisted surgery. These approaches offer several advantages, including smaller incisions, reduced pain, shorter hospital stays, and faster recovery times compared to traditional open thoracotomy. The development of advanced imaging and surgical instrumentation has significantly improved the safety and efficacy of thoracic procedures. Thoracic surgeons collaborate closely with oncologists, pulmonologists, and radiologists to provide comprehensive patient care.