Outcomes of mobilization in the first hour following uniportal video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery for primary spontaneous pneumothorax
Hatice Eryigit Unaldi
Abstract:Introduction: Although primary spontaneous pneumothorax is a common disease in young adults, each thoracic surgery department performs different procedures for its management. Aim: The optimal time of postoperative mobilization is not yet standardized in lung surgery. Material and methods: This study included male patients with a primary spontaneous pneumothorax who underwent wedge resection of the upper lobe of the lungs via uniportal video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery. Patients were encouraged to stand up … Show more
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