About this Research Topic
Given the success of the first volume of the Research Topic: Near-Infrared Fluorescence Guided Surgery: State of the Evidence from a Health Technology Assessment Perspective and the rapidly evolving subject area, we are pleased to announce the launch of a second volume of this exciting topic.
The field of minimally invasive thoracic surgery has seen significant evolution over the past two decades, with the introduction of video-assisted thoracic surgery (VATS) and robotic-assisted thoracic surgery (RATS) aimed at reducing the trauma of chest operations. However, despite these advancements, there are still ongoing debates and gaps in knowledge regarding the optimal techniques and technologies to be used. One such area of interest is the use of fluorescence-guided surgery, which is increasingly being adopted in VATS and RATS. This technique has shown potential in aiding intersegmental plane identification, tumor localization, sentinel lymph node recognition, resection margin assessment, and tissue perfusion evaluation. However, the current state of evidence and knowledge on this technique is still fragmented and requires further investigation.
The main aim of this Research Topic is to present a comprehensive overview of the current management, clinical and patient-reported outcomes, and the economic and organizational impact of fluorescence-guided surgery. This includes addressing specific questions regarding the impact of this technique on patient care and surgical outcomes, and if fluorescence-guided surgery can improve surgical precision and outcomes compared to traditional techniques.
The scope of this Research Topic is limited to the use of fluorescence-guided surgery in minimally invasive thoracic surgery. We welcome articles addressing, but not limited to, the following themes:
• The effectiveness of fluorescence-guided surgery in improving surgical precision and patient outcomes;
• The cost-effectiveness of fluorescence-guided surgery compared to traditional techniques;
• The potential benefits and drawbacks of fluorescence-guided surgery;
• The future developments and potential applications of fluorescence-guided surgery.
The field of minimally invasive thoracic surgery has seen significant evolution over the past two decades, with the introduction of video-assisted thoracic surgery (VATS) and robotic-assisted thoracic surgery (RATS) aimed at reducing the trauma of chest operations. However, despite these advancements, there are still ongoing debates and gaps in knowledge regarding the optimal techniques and technologies to be used. One such area of interest is the use of fluorescence-guided surgery, which is increasingly being adopted in VATS and RATS. This technique has shown potential in aiding intersegmental plane identification, tumor localization, sentinel lymph node recognition, resection margin assessment, and tissue perfusion evaluation. However, the current state of evidence and knowledge on this technique is still fragmented and requires further investigation.
The main aim of this Research Topic is to present a comprehensive overview of the current management, clinical and patient-reported outcomes, and the economic and organizational impact of fluorescence-guided surgery. This includes addressing specific questions regarding the impact of this technique on patient care and surgical outcomes, and if fluorescence-guided surgery can improve surgical precision and outcomes compared to traditional techniques.
The scope of this Research Topic is limited to the use of fluorescence-guided surgery in minimally invasive thoracic surgery. We welcome articles addressing, but not limited to, the following themes:
• The effectiveness of fluorescence-guided surgery in improving surgical precision and patient outcomes;
• The cost-effectiveness of fluorescence-guided surgery compared to traditional techniques;
• The potential benefits and drawbacks of fluorescence-guided surgery;
• The future developments and potential applications of fluorescence-guided surgery.
Keywords: Fluorescence, Near-Infrared, Thoracic Surgery, Health Technology, Minimally Invasive
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