Open resections for congenital lung malformations
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Open resections for congenital lung malformations
AIM Pediatric lung resection is a relatively uncommon procedure that is usually performed for congenital lesions. In recent years, thoracoscopic resection has become increasingly popular, particularly for small peripheral lesions. The aim of this study was to review our experience with traditional open lung resection in order to evaluate the existing "gold standard." MATERIALS AND METHODS We ...
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عنوان ژورنال: Journal of Indian Association of Pediatric Surgeons
سال: 2008
ISSN: 0971-9261
DOI: 10.4103/0971-9261.43812