Why Choose Yashoda Hospitals for Video-Assisted Thoracic Surgery?
As pioneers in the field of thoracic surgery, doctors at Yashoda Hospitals have vast experience in treating numerous conditions of the lung, chest wall, esophagus, etc. We perform advanced minimally invasive procedures to maximize the functional outcome for our patients and rank among the best thoracic surgery hospitals in India.
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Expertise in Healthcare
Our clinical excellence and provision of world-class facilities have allowed us to build a 30-years legacy of serving the people with diverse medical needs.
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Multidisciplinary treatment
To ensure a well-rounded & successful treatment, a multidisciplinary team of thoracic surgeons, pulmonologists & other required specialists evaluate & treat each patient.
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Latest Technology
All our units are equipped with modern infrastructure that provides patients access to the latest procedures that will prove beneficial for their health.
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Holistic Care
Personalized treatment that accounts for the individual needs of each patient enables the best functional outcome for the patient along with quick recovery.
What is Video-Assisted Thoracic Surgery?
Thoracic surgery treats non-cardiac conditions present in the chest. The abnormalities could be in the lungs, esophagus, ribs, etc. Conventionally, thoracic surgery treatment was done through open chest surgery. A single incision of 20-25 cm on the side of the chest would allow the surgeon to access various organs and operate. It increases the time of recovery and can cause complications, including the loss of shoulder function. To overcome this limitation with open chest surgery, a minimally invasive procedure called video-assisted thoracic surgery is employed to treat lung cancer, thymus gland tumors, & various conditions
| Procedure Name | Video-Assisted Thoracic Surgery |
|---|---|
| Type of Surgery | Minimally Invasive Surgery |
| Type of Anesthesia | General Anesthesia |
| Procedure Duration | 2-3 hours |
| Recovery Duration | 1-2 weeks |
Video-Assisted Thoracic Surgery: Pre-Op & Post-Op Care
Preparation: Before the VATS procedure, you are advised to get a CT scan and a chest MRI scan. The patient will be asked to stop using certain medications that might affect the procedure.
During the procedure: Once in the procedure room, you will be administered general anesthesia to reduce the likelihood of causing pain during the procedure. To begin with the procedure, a few small incisions are made on the chest wall; a thoracoscope, a thin tube associated with a video, is placed through one of the incisions to view the inner side of the chest wall, followed by the surgical tools being inserted through the other incisions to remove the tumors in the lungs with high precision as the video images produced to guide the surgeons during the surgery.
Recovery from VATS : The recovery period may vary from person to person & many other factors; however, the ideal healing time is 2 weeks & might go longer in some individuals. However, if you notice symptoms like a high fever, excruciating pain, & difficulty in breathing, you can get in touch with your doctor.
Post-Op Care: Following the instructions, such as taking the prescribed medications, doing certain breathing exercises, avoiding activities that strain the body, and making necessary dietary changes as per the doctor’s suggestions, along with follow-ups for monitoring the status, are a few post-op care steps one must follow.
Benefits of Video-Assisted Thoracic Surgery at Yashoda Hospitals
- Minimally invasive technique,
- Less Likelihood of complications & infections
- Minimal pain & cosmetic scars.
- Quick recovery.
- Minimal period of hospital stay.
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