Minimally Invasive Systematic Mediastinal Lymphadenectomy for Lung Cancer Surgery

Operative Techniques in Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery 2026 Open access

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Authors: Yuan Feng, Matthew Aizpuru, Yuming Zhu, Stephen D. Cassivi, Sahar A. Saddoughi, Robert K. Shen, Luis Felipe Tapias Vargas, Dennis A. Wigle, Janani S. Reisenauer
DOI: 10.1053/j.optechstcvs.2025.11.002
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Abstract

Systematic mediastinal lymphadenectomy or sampling is a critical component of lung cancer resection, ensuring accurate staging and potential therapeutic benefits. In this article, we will describe a standardized method for formal mediastinal lymphadenectomy which should provide a similar dissection outcome as described with open approaches. This method will also lends itself to reproducibility and facilitates teaching proper technique. We believe understanding and mastering techniques of systemic mediastinal lymphadenectomy will also help the procedure of sampling.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Lung Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment Gastric Cancer Management and Outcomes Lung Cancer Research Studies

Publication details

Journal / source
Operative Techniques in Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery
Volume
31
Issue
2
Pages
109–137
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN