Thoracoscopy, Thoracoscopic, Thymectomy Surgery in Hindi, Thymus Gland, Cancer, Chest Operation
Channel: Dr. Jasmeet Singh Ahluwalia
Date: 2023-07-17

Thoracoscopy, Thoracoscopic, Thymectomy Surgery in Hindi, Thymus Gland, Cancer, Chest Operation

A thymectomy is the surgical removal of the thymus gland. This is need to cure the tumors of thymus. Thymus is located in the chest just above the heart. Thymectomy can be done by open surgery or minimally invasive surgery (thoracoscopy or robotic). This reduces the compliacations and makes recovery simpler.  

Namaskar, friends! I am Dr. Jasmeet Ahluwalia, and in this video, we will discuss the fascinating procedure known as Thoracoscopic Thymectomy. This operation is relatively unknown to most people, as it is not as commonly performed.

Thoracoscopic Thymectomy is a type of chest surgery performed using minimally invasive techniques. Similar to laparoscopic surgery for abdominal operations, Thoracoscopic Thymectomy utilizes specialized instruments and scopes. This means that large incisions are not necessary, and instead, the thymus gland in the chest can be removed through small cuts. The advantages of this procedure are numerous, as it minimizes trauma and promotes faster recovery.

The thymus gland, located in the upper part of our chest, can be operated on for various conditions. One such condition is Myasthenia Gravis, an autoimmune disease. After thorough evaluation, if your doctors determine that removing the thymus gland would be beneficial for your condition, Thoracoscopic Thymectomy becomes a viable option. By choosing this approach, you can undergo the operation without the need for open surgery. Additionally, if there is a tumor in the thymus gland, it can also be removed using Thoracoscopy, without making large incisions. Although this procedure is less common, it provides excellent results.

Open surgery for thymus gland removal involves cutting the chest bone, opening the chest, and accessing the thymus gland inside. Recovery from this procedure is typically more challenging due to the bone breakage and the time it takes for the chest to heal. In contrast, Thoracoscopic Thymectomy allows access to the chest without cutting any bones. Doctors can utilize the small space between the ribs to insert a camera and specialized instruments, successfully dissecting and removing the gland.

Thoracoscopic surgery offers a wide range of procedures beyond Thymectomy. These include surgeries involving the food pipe, chest, lungs, and other organs found in the chest cavity. Through this video, we hope to provide you with an understanding of Thoracoscopy, its role in treating Myasthenia Gravis, and potential solutions for your condition. Thank you for watching.


THORACOSCOPIC SURGERY IN JALANDHAR
If You Find Best Hospital for Thoracoscopic Surgery in Jalandhar, Punjab Then Star Hospital is best for you. Thoracoscopic Surgery means doing surgery inside the chest with the help of a camera and small instruments without giving big cuts on the chest. In open surgery, a big incision is required to get inside the chest wall and often involves cutting or ribs as well. This leads to a lot of pain and difficulty in breathing after surgery for a few days and can increase the risk of pneumonia. Thoracoscopic Surgery provides many advantages similar to laparoscopic surgery in terms of-

Less scar
Less pain
Early recovery
Less chances of pneumonia
Less blood loss
Early return to work
Many chest surgeries can now be done with this approach like-
Thymectomy for Myasthenia Gravis
Esophagectomy (removal of food pipe) for cancer of food pipe (Esophagus)
Sympathectomy for hyperhidrosis
To diagnose (biopsy) a lung lesion (Tumor)
To treat lung infections(Empyema), bullae etc.
Lung cancer
Some cases of hiatus hernia or diaphragmatic hernia

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