About Thoracic Surgeries
At Yash Oncocare Clinic, we specialize in advanced Thoracic Surgeries to treat conditions affecting the lungs, esophagus, chest wall, and mediastinum. These procedures are crucial for managing both cancerous and benign thoracic diseases using open and minimally invasive techniques. Led by Dr. Pratap Varma Penmetsa, our expert team utilizes cutting-edge technologies like VATS (Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery) to ensure safe, precise surgeries and faster recovery with minimal discomfort for the patient.
Common Procedures Offered
Esophagectomy (Open/VATS-assisted)
Removal of part or all of the esophagus, often for cancer treatment.
Lung Lobectomy / Pneumonectomy
Surgical removal of a lung lobe or entire lung to treat lung cancer or infections.
Thymectomy
Removal of the thymus gland, typically for thymoma or myasthenia gravis.
Chest Wall Tumor Excision
Resection of tumors affecting the chest wall, followed by reconstruction if needed.
Mediastinal Tumor Resection
Removal of tumors from the mediastinum (central chest cavity between lungs).
VATS for Benign Conditions
Minimally invasive surgery for conditions like empyema (decortication), bullae, or sympathetic nerve issues.
Thoracic Surgeries
✅ Advantages
- ✔️ Precise Tumor Removal: Effectively treats thoracic cancers and conditions.
- ✔️ Minimally Invasive Options: VATS offers less pain, faster recovery, and smaller scars.
- ✔️ High Success Rates: Proven outcomes in managing lung and esophageal cancers.
- ✔️ Improved Lung Function: Helps restore breathing capacity in certain conditions.
- ✔️ Outpatient Possibilities: Some procedures may be done without prolonged hospital stay.
⚠️ Disadvantages or Challenges
- ⚠️ Risk of Lung Complications: Possibility of breathing difficulties post-surgery.
- ⚠️ Scarring or Pain: May occur despite minimal access techniques.
- ⚠️ Longer Recovery (for Open Surgeries): Some patients may need extended rest.
- ⚠️ Possible Nerve Damage: Rare risk near the chest wall or diaphragm.
- ⚠️ General Surgery Risks: Includes bleeding, infection, or anesthesia side effects.