The Journal of thoracic and cardiovascular surgery
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J. Thorac. Cardiovasc. Surg. · Nov 2024
A Randomized Study of Cryoablation of Intercostal Nerves in Patients Undergoing Minimally Invasive Thoracic Surgery.
Minimally invasive thoracic surgery can cause significant pain, and optimizing pain control after surgery is highly desirable. We examined pain control after intercostal nerve block with or without cryo-ablation of the intercostal nerves. ⋯ In this randomized study, cryo-analgesia did not decrease postoperative pain or narcotic requirements. Cryo-analgesia increased neuropathic pain two weeks after surgery.
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J. Thorac. Cardiovasc. Surg. · Nov 2024
Multicenter evaluation of patient safety incidents in lung surgery: The EPSI study.
To determine the incidence of patient safety incidents (PSIs) occurring during perioperative care for lung surgery and their influence on postoperative outcomes at 90 days. ⋯ Incidence of PSIs in thoracic surgery may occur in approximately one-third of procedures. Human factors play a crucial role in the occurrence of these PSIs.