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Thoracoscopic enucleation of a large esophageal leiomyoma using a three thoracic ports technique

Authors: Thawatchai Akaraviputh, Vitoon Chinswangwatanakul, Jirawat Swangsri, Varut Lohsiriwat

Published in: World Journal of Surgical Oncology | Issue 1/2006

Abstract

Background

Video assisted thoracoscopic resection of an esophageal leiomyoma offers distinct advantages over an open approach. Many papers have described various techniques of thoracoscopic resection.

Case presentation

We describe a 32-year old man who presented with intermittent dysphagia. Imaging studies showed a large esophageal leiomyoma. He underwent thoracoscopic enucleation using a three thoracic-ports technique.

Conclusion

Thoracoscopic enucleation can be technically performed using a three thoracic-ports technique.

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Title: Thoracoscopic enucleation of a large esophageal leiomyoma using a three thoracic ports technique
Authors: Thawatchai Akaraviputh
Vitoon Chinswangwatanakul
Jirawat Swangsri
Varut Lohsiriwat
Publication date: 01-12-2006
Publisher: BioMed Central
Published in: World Journal of Surgical Oncology / Issue 1/2006
Electronic ISSN: 1477-7819
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1186/1477-7819-4-70

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Thoracoscopic enucleation of a large esophageal leiomyoma using a three thoracic ports technique

Abstract

Background

Case presentation

Conclusion

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Abstract

Background

Case presentation

Conclusion

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