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Role of VATS in Lung Cancer Surgery
Presented from India by Dr. Pavan Kumar0
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Case Description
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) plays a pivotal role in the management of lung cancer, offering a minimally invasive alternative to traditional open thoracotomy. This advanced surgical technique involves small incisions and the use of a thoracoscope (a small camera) and specialized...
Case Summary
- Lung cancer is a major health concern, ranking as the second most commonly diagnosed cancer and a leading cause of cancer deaths globally. Despite advancements in treatment, the overall survival rate remains low, emphasizing the importance of early detection through screening programs like low-dose CT scans for high-risk individuals such as heavy smokers.
Speaker Profile
Dr. Pavan Kumar
Senior Consultant & Robotic Surgeon, Surgical Oncologist, Medicover HospitalsDr. Pavan Kumar is an eminent Senior Consultant & Robotic Surgeon in the Department of Colorectal, Pelvic, and Peritoneal Surface Oncology as well as Surgical Oncology, this esteemed professional holds an impressive array of qualifications including an MBBS, MS in General Surgery, MCh in Surgical Oncology, and a Fellowship from the European Board of Surgical Oncology. Renowned for his expertise in advanced cancer surgeries, he is a European-trained surgeon who has excelled in over 100 robotic procedures.
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