A Surgeon’s Guide for Various Lung Nodule Localization Techniques and the Newest Technologies

Katie N. Cornella, Danielle C. Repper, Brian A. Palafox, Mahmood K. Razavi, Christopher T. Loh, Kelly M. Markle, Lauren E. Openshaw

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Abstract

Preoperative image-guided localization of lung nodules is necessary for successful intraoperative localization and resection. However, current localization techniques carry significant intraoperative disadvantages for surgeons. Articles were selected through multiple search engines using key search terms and reviewed to compare results, outcomes, advantages, limitations, and complications of various localization methods. Current methods utilize microcoils, hookwires, contrast media, dyes, cyanoacrylate, radiotracers, or fluorescence tracers, which are associated with many intraoperative disadvantages even when paired with other imaging modalities including computed tomography and bronchoscopy techniques. Novel technologies including robotic bronchoscopy, 4-hook anchor, SPiN Thoracic Navigation System, superDimension, Ion Endoluminal System, and the SCOUT system are reviewed including their advantages, which may change the future direction of minimal thoracoscopic surgery with potential to improve intraoperative accuracy and efficiency.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)26-33
Number of pages8
JournalInnovations: Technology and Techniques in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery
Volume16
Issue number1
DOIs
StatePublished - Jan 2021

Keywords

  • 4-hook anchor
  • Ion Endoluminal System
  • SAVI SCOUT
  • SPiN Thoracic Navigation System
  • localization
  • lung resection
  • minimally invasive thoracic surgery
  • pulmonary nodule
  • robotic bronchoscopy
  • robotic surgery
  • superDimension

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