The impact of the EVLP on the lung microbiome and its inflammatory reaction.

The pulmonary microbiome has emerged as a significant factor in respiratory health and diseases. Despite the sterile conditions maintained during lung perfusion (EVLP), the use of antibiotics in the perfuse liquid can lead to dynamic changes in the lung microbiome. Here, we present the design of a study that aims to investigate the hypothesis that EVLP alters the lung microbiome and induces tissue inflammation.

Selection of the Most Suitable Culture Medium for Patient-Derived Lung Cancer Organoids.

Introduction: Patient-derived organoids have emerged as a promising in vitro model for precision medicine, particularly in cancer, but also in noncancer-related diseases. However, the optimal culture medium for culturing patient-derived lung organoids has not yet been agreed upon. This study aimed to shed light on the optimal selection of a culture media for developing studies using patient-derived lung organoids.

Robotic Lobectomy Learning Curve Has Better Clinical Outcomes than Videothoracoscopic Lobectomy.

: The robotic-assisted (RATS) lobectomy learning curve is usually measured compared to an established videothoracoscopic (VATS) surgery program. The objective of our study is to compare the learning curves of both techniques. : We performed an intention-to-treat analysis comparing the RATS vs.

A look ahead to promote the early detection of lung cancer: technical and cost implications of a confirmed diagnosis before surgery.

Objective: To compare the costs and length of hospital stay among patients with a confirmed diagnosis of lung cancer (LC) prior to surgery versus those without confirmation.

Methods: This retrospective, single-center study was conducted in patients who underwent a surgical procedure for LC, with or without a pathologically confirmed LC diagnosis prior to surgery, between March 2017 and December 2019. The main outcomes were costs and length of hospital stay (LOS).

Starting a robotic thoracic surgery program: From wedge resection to sleeve lobectomy in six months. Initial conclusions.

Introduction: Robot-assisted thoracic surgery (RATS) is a rapidly expanding technique. In our study, we aimed to analyze the results of the process to adopt robotic surgery in our Department of Thoracic Surgery.

Methods: This is an intention-to-treat analysis of a series of consecutive patients operated on using the RATS approach in our hospital from January 2021 to March 2022.