About this Research Topic
The field of thoracic surgery has seen significant advancements with the introduction of ultrasound technology. Since its development in the 1960s, ultrasound has revolutionized diagnostics and treatment, particularly in the 1970s when two-dimensional applications allowed for the exploration of previously inaccessible body parts. In thoracic surgery, ultrasound is used to analyze artifacts from the aerated lung and is commonly employed for pleural pathologies. Despite its widespread use, there are still gaps in our understanding of its full potential, particularly in terms of intraoperative visualization and patient outcomes.
The goal of this Research Topic is to delve deeper into the use of ultrasound in thoracic surgery, with a specific focus on its potential to enhance intraoperative visualization and improve patient outcomes. The research will explore the application of ultrasound techniques in various aspects of thoracic surgery, including lung resections, mediastinal procedures, and pleural interventions. The aim is to contribute to the knowledge base of thoracic surgeons, assisting them in adopting advanced techniques for improved intraoperative visualization and better patient outcomes.
The scope of this research topic is defined by the potential of ultrasound in thoracic surgery. We welcome articles addressing, but not limited to, the following themes: the role of ultrasound in preoperative planning and assessment of thoracic conditions; advances in ultrasound imaging, specifically its accuracy in diagnosing and characterizing pulmonary nodules, mediastinal masses, and pleural abnormalities; the potential of ultrasound to provide real-time information on tumor size, location, and proximity to critical structures, aiding surgeons in surgical decision-making; the utilization of ultrasound guidance during thoracic surgeries/procedures; the impact of ultrasound-guided techniques on reducing surgical complications, improving resection margins, and minimizing tissue trauma; the emerging role of ultrasound in minimally invasive thoracic surgery, such as VATS; challenges and limitations associated with ultrasound technology; and the impact of ultrasound utilization on reducing conversion rates to open thoracotomy and improving overall patient outcomes.
The goal of this Research Topic is to delve deeper into the use of ultrasound in thoracic surgery, with a specific focus on its potential to enhance intraoperative visualization and improve patient outcomes. The research will explore the application of ultrasound techniques in various aspects of thoracic surgery, including lung resections, mediastinal procedures, and pleural interventions. The aim is to contribute to the knowledge base of thoracic surgeons, assisting them in adopting advanced techniques for improved intraoperative visualization and better patient outcomes.
The scope of this research topic is defined by the potential of ultrasound in thoracic surgery. We welcome articles addressing, but not limited to, the following themes: the role of ultrasound in preoperative planning and assessment of thoracic conditions; advances in ultrasound imaging, specifically its accuracy in diagnosing and characterizing pulmonary nodules, mediastinal masses, and pleural abnormalities; the potential of ultrasound to provide real-time information on tumor size, location, and proximity to critical structures, aiding surgeons in surgical decision-making; the utilization of ultrasound guidance during thoracic surgeries/procedures; the impact of ultrasound-guided techniques on reducing surgical complications, improving resection margins, and minimizing tissue trauma; the emerging role of ultrasound in minimally invasive thoracic surgery, such as VATS; challenges and limitations associated with ultrasound technology; and the impact of ultrasound utilization on reducing conversion rates to open thoracotomy and improving overall patient outcomes.
Keywords: Thoracic Surgery, Ultrasound, Real-Time, Imaging, Navigation
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