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What is the definition or description of: thoracoscopy?
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A minimally invasive: Surgical technique allowing access to the chest cavity with video (camera) viewing allowing for surgery to.Be done with various small access or entry points
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Video assistance: This is when the thoracic cavity is explored with the assistance of a video camera via a small incision to introduce this device. Instruments may be introduced via other ports (incisions) to perform needed work.
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