This series on “Complications of Thoracic Surgery – Aetiology, Management and Prevention” is edited by Dr. David Waller from St Bartholomew’s Hospital, Barts Health NHS Trust, London, UK.
This series is designed to discuss several complications of thoracic surgery including aetiology, management and prevention. In this issue, we review recent literature, provides expert insight into current practice, and also identifies future directions.
Review Article on Complications of Thoracic Surgery – Aetiology, Management and Prevention
Complications of mediastinoscopy
Postoperative subcutaneous emphysema: prevention and treatment
Postoperative chylothorax
Complications of thoracic surgery: post-pneumonectomy bronchopleural fistula
Iatrogenic phrenic nerve palsy
Iatrogenic oesophageal perforation
Complications of tracheostomy
Post-lobectomy airways complications
Aetiology, management and strategies for prevention of postoperative respiratory failure (PORF) after thoracic surgery
Deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism following lung resection
Disclosure:
The series “Complications of Thoracic Surgery: Aetiology, Management and Prevention” was commissioned by the editorial office, Shanghai Chest without any sponsorship or funding. David Waller is serving as the unpaid Guest Editor for the series.