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How to Operate on a Huge Intrathoracic Mass? A Practical New Classification and a Special Innovative Surgical Method for the Operation of Huge Intrathoracic Masses

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: Huge intrathoracic masses occupying over half of the hemithorax and adhering to multiple thoracic surfaces can be safely resected using a surface-based classification and targeted rib resection strategy, which enables optimal access, avoids fragmentation, and facilitates en-bloc tumor removal.

Source: Clinical Case Reports

DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.72696

Authors: Mohammad Reza Farahnak, Muhammad Sina Salimikouchi, Mohammad Javad Najafzadeh, Amir Baniasad

Institutions: Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences

Language: English

Topic: Cardiac tumors and thrombi

Subfield: Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,820