Video-assisted thoracoscopic resection of intralobar pulmonary sequestration in adults

Introduction: Intralobar pulmonary sequestration is a rare congenital abnormality that is usually diagnosed in childhood. When diagnosed in adults, patients are usually symptomatic and undergo open thoracotomy and lobectomy. However, video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VAts) has become a viable alternative. case series: We present three cases in which adults underwent VAts lobectomy. the resection of the aberrant vessels was aided by the superior visualization of VAts without any additional risk for the patients. All of the procedures were successfully completed without any major morbidity. conclusion: Videoassisted thoracoscopic surgery (VAts) allows for superior visualization, decreased length of stay, decreased pain medication, and less morbidity than thoracotomy, and should be considered for management of adult patients with pulmonary sequestration.