Robot-assisted lobectomy for lung cancer in the presence of intraoperatively discovered broncho-vascular anomalies affecting right upper and middle lobes

J Vis Surg. 2016 Dec 6:2:175. doi: 10.21037/jovs.2016.11.11. eCollection 2016.

Abstract

Anatomical variations of the pulmonary bronchi and vessels can lead to serious intraoperative complications during minimally invasive surgery if overlooked. We describe the intraoperative management of an exceptional bronco-vascular variation of the right upper and middle lobe revealed during robotic lobectomy.

Keywords: Lung; anatomical variation; robotic surgery.

Publication types

  • Case Reports