Cost-effectiveness analysis of sealant impact in management of moderate intraoperative alveolar air leaks during video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery lobectomy: a multicentre randomised controlled trial

Abstract

In moderate IOAAL after VATS lobectomy, polymeric biodegradable sealants are safe and efficient. Compared with standard treatments, sealant significantly reduces PAL, time to drain removal and length of hospital stay resulting in significant costs benefits.