A new device for the identification of lymph nodes at lung cancer surgery.
In order to provide a precise lymph node mapping during lung cancer surgery a sterilizable plastic tray moulded in the shape of the mediastinum and lungs is presented by the author. The device makes lymph node mapping simpler, safer, quicker and methodically more structured. A positive impact is expected as a result of usage of the device from making pathologist's work easier and facilitating the flux of information on the surgeon-pathologist-oncologist-pneumonologist chain to be more disinformation-free.
Molnar
Thomas F
TF
Thoracic Surgery Unit, Department of Surgery, Medical Faculty, University of Pécs, H-7622 Pécs, Ifjuság u 2, Hungary. mft@iseb.pote.hu
D001291:Attitude of Health Personnel; D004867:Equipment Design; D004869:Equipment Safety; D006801:Humans; D008175:Lung Neoplasms / Q000473:pathology*; D008197:Lymph Node Excision / Q000295:instrumentation*; D008207:Lymphatic Metastasis; D009367:Neoplasm Staging; D010340:Pathology, Surgical / Q000295:instrumentation