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Splenic Injury as a Complication of Robotic-Assisted Thoracic Surgery

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: Splenic injury after thoracic surgery is rare and has not been reported following robotic-assisted thoracic surgery (RATS). We describe a 52-year-old woman who underwent RATS left upper lobectomy. After discharge, she returned with abdominal pain and hypotension. Computed tomography revealed hemoperitoneum with signs of splenic injury. Emergent laparoscopic splenectomy confirmed splenic rupture. This case highlights that unrecognized intraabdominal trauma can occur during RATS; surgeons should exercise caution near the diaphragm and remain vigilant post-discharge.

Source: Interdisciplinary CardioVascular and Thoracic Surgery

DOI: 10.1093/icvts/ivag096

Authors: Ho Seong Cho, Jeong Su Cho, Hyo Yeong Ahn, Yeong Dae Kim

Institutions: Pusan National University Hospital, Pusan National University

Language: English

Topic: Abdominal Trauma and Injuries

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,258