METHODS OF SEALING SUTURES IN LUNG SURGERY.

Abstract

Alveolar air leaks are a common postoperative complication after thoracic surgeries involving resection of lung parenchyma, such as lobectomy, atypical resection, and pleural decortication. “Defects in the lung parenchyma often result in persistent air leakage requiring further interventions.” Risk factors for increased incidence of AAL after lung surgery may be related to both the patient (emphysema) and the surgical techniques used