Segmentectomies: 5-Year Experience Of A Center.

Introduction: Segmental anatomical resections have been a subject of debate in recent years. There is increasing evidence that these procedures may offer some advantages in the treatment of early-stage lung cancer, with overall survival (OS) and disease-free survival (DFS) similar to those seen in lobar anatomical resections.

Materials And Methods: We conducted a retrospective analysis of patients who underwent segmentectomy at Santa Marta Hospital (HSM) between January 2018 and September 2022.

Pancoast Tumors: 11-Year Single-Centre Experience.

Introduction: Pancoast tumors encompass any tumor located on the lung apex, extending into structures in the thoracic inlet and, often, leading to the characteristic clinical syndrome. The main goal of this study is to analyze the response to multimodal treatment and outcome of patients with Pancoast tumors.

Materials And Methods: We performed a retrospective cohort single center study of patients with superior sulcus nonsmall cell lung carcinomas who underwent surgery between January of 2011 and February of 2022.

Coagulation Profile of the Healthy Miranda's Donkey.

Miranda's donkey, originating in northern Portugal, is an autochthonous breed that is deeply intertwined with the region's culture and economy. Knowledge of the physiological characteristics of the breed is important for its preservation, and several studies have been carried out, but none have focused on its coagulation profile. The aim of this study was to establish reference intervals (RIs) for coagulation in healthy Miranda's donkey and to assess the influence of sex and age.

Surgical Management Of Congenital Thoracic Disorders: A 15-Year Center Experience.

Introduction: Congenital thoracic disorders represent a spectrum of fetal lung bud development abnormalities, which may affect breathing capacity and quality of life. We aim to evaluate the impact of surgery in the treatment of 4 major congenital conditions.

Materials And Methods: We performed a retrospective cohort analysis of patients who underwent surgical treatment in our tertiary center, from 2007 to 2022.

Lobar Lung Transplantation: A Single-Center 10-Year Experience.

Background: The shortage of donors for lung transplants is the main limitation of the preceding. Lobar transplantation is an alternative especially useful in patients with short stature and small thoracic cavities. The aim of this study was to perform a descriptive analysis of Portuguese patients who underwent lobar lung transplantation.