A simple technique for the thoracoscopic plication of the diaphragm

Chest. 2003 Jul;124(1):376-8. doi: 10.1378/chest.124.1.376.

Abstract

We describe a simple technique for video-assisted thoracoscopic plication in patients with diaphragmatic eventration. During the plication, which is performed with a continuous running suture, a surgical assistant maintains the continuous suture traction using a homemade hook through the port. The technique can be performed easily, without any kind of thoracotomy.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Diaphragmatic Eventration / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Suture Techniques* / instrumentation
  • Thoracic Surgery, Video-Assisted*