Lung ultrasound and diaphragmatic excursion assessment for evaluating perioperative atelectasis and aeration loss during video-assisted thoracic surgery: a feasibility study

Abstract

LUS is feasible during all phases of the perioperative period in VATS and can facilitate the early investigation of perioperative atelectasis. Perioperative LUS and diaphragmatic excursion assessment are also feasible for the continuous assessment of aeration loss in patients undergoing VATS.