Thoracic surgery is the field of medicine involved in the surgical treatment of diseases affecting organs inside the thorax (the chest). Generally treatment of conditions of the lungs, chest wall, and diaphragm.
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Minimally Invasive Thoracic Surgery Interest Group
– MITSIG was formed with the intent of providing a forum to encourage the investigation, open presentation and ongoing advancement of minimally invasive thoracic surgery.
Direct link: Minimally Invasive Thoracic Surgery Interest Group
Surgical Correction Procedures for Pectus Deformities
– Provides detailed information on surgical correction procedures for Pectus Excavatum and Pectus Carinatum, and thoracic surgeries.
Direct link: Surgical Correction Procedures for Pectus Deformities
The Division of Thoracic Surgery – Brigham and Women’s Hospital
– Diagnostic and treatment services to patients with benign and malignant neoplasms and other disorders of the lung, esophagus, mediastinum and chest wall. Chronic pulmonary diseases and thoracic surgeries.
Direct link: The Division of Thoracic Surgery
University of Maryland – Medicine Thoracic Surgery Division
– Develops innovative procedures and treatments for chest disorders, including emphysema.
Direct link: Medicine Thoracic Surgery Division
Foundation Alexis Carrel
– Details the researches carried out by the foundation in the field of thoracic and cardiovascular surgery.
Direct link: Foundation Alexis Carrel
Lung Surgery Patient Guide
– Detailed, with an introduction, all aspects of Thoracoscopy, from preparing, risks, recovery, when to call the doctor, along with a special note to family and friends.
Direct link: Lung Surgery Patient Guide