title: A new technique of diaphragmatic patch fixation in extrapleural pneumonectomy.
abstract: Extrapleural pneumonectomy (EPP) is an established surgical treatment for malignant mesothelioma; this operation is, however, burdened by a high rate of perioperative morbidity, mostly related to the surgical procedure. Diaphragmatic patch dehiscence is a potentially serious complication often related to the difficulty in placement of the fixing stitches, especially in the costo-phrenic angle. We present our experience with the use of titanium-plate support for an easy and safe positioning of the diaphragmatic patch.
authors.affiliation: Department of Cardiac, Thoracic and Vascular Sciences, Thoracic Surgery Division, University of Padova, Medical School, Via Giustiniani, 2, 35128 Padua, Italy.
authors.forename: Marco
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Schiavon
authors.forename: Antonio
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: De Filippis
authors.forename: Giuseppe
authors.initials: G
authors.lastname: Marulli
authors.forename: Federico
authors.initials: F
authors.lastname: Rea
mesh_terms: D003964:Diaphragm / Q000601:surgery*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008654:Mesothelioma / Q000601:surgery*; D008875:Middle Aged; D010997:Pleural Neoplasms / Q000601:surgery*; D011013:Pneumonectomy / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000379:methods*; D019736:Prostheses and Implants; D014025:Titanium
chemical_list: D014025:Titanium