The Journal of thoracic and cardiovascular surgery
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J. Thorac. Cardiovasc. Surg. · Oct 2024
Association of Neighborhood Socioeconomic Disadvantage with Utilization of Minimally Invasive Resection for Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
Minimally invasive resection for non-small cell lung cancer has been linked to decreased postoperative morbidity. This work sought to characterize factors associated with receiving minimally invasive surgery for surgically resectable non-small cell lung cancer. ⋯ This study identified significant community income-based disparities in the likelihood of undergoing minimally invasive resection as definitive surgical treatment. Novel interventions are warranted to expand access to high-volume minimally invasive resection centers and ensure equitable access to minimally invasive surgery.