Medical Thoracoscopy

descriptionPublicationkeyboard_double_arrow_right Article , Other literature type 01 Jan 2016 English Publisher:SAGE PublicationsJournal:PLEURA, volume 3 (issn: 2373-9975, eissn: 2373-9975,

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Authors: Abdul Hamid Alraiyes; Samjot S. Dhillon; Kassem Harris; Upendra Kaphle; Fayez Kheir;

doi: 10.1177/2373997516632752

Medical Thoracoscopy

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Medical thoracoscopy (MT) is a procedure that involves access to the pleural space with an endoscope allowing direct visualization of the pleural space and intrathoracic structures while aiding in obtaining tissue or performing interventions under direct visual guidance. This article reviews the technique, applications, and complications of MT.

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