A Simple Technique Using Tape to Expose the Subcarinal Lymph Node Station : Move the Field

Abstract

In systemic lymph node dissection for lung cancer surgery, the subcarinal lymph node (#7) is situated far from any access incision. Therefore, it is difficult to identify #7 through the access wound used for video-assisted thoracic surgery lobectomy. This is also true in the case of a left-sided approach because of the descending aorta. Here, we propose a simple technique using tape to expose #7. This saves time and benefits the patient.