The history of thoracoscopy
Since its birth in 1910, thoracoscopy has undergone nearly 100 years of development. The first thoracoscopy was designed and manufactured by the Swedish physician Jacobaeus and was mainly used to observe pleural effusion and empyema. With the continuous advancement of medical technology, thoracoscopy has gradually become an important tool in the field of thoracic surgery, and has been continuously developed and improved in different historical stages.
1. The initial stage of thoracoscopic technique.
Early thoracoscopy is mainly used for the diagnosis of pleural diseases, such as pleural effusion, empyema, pleural tumor, etc. The design of the thoracoscopy at this stage is relatively simple, usually consisting of a viewing scope and a light source, which is accessed through a surgical incision into the thoracic cavity for observation. Due to the limitations of technology, the thoracoscopic operation at this stage is difficult and the surgical trauma is large, so the scope of application is limited.
Second, the rapid development stage of thoracoscopic technology.
With the continuous advancement of medical technology, thoracoscopic technology has developed rapidly. In the 80s of the 20th century, thoracoscopic techniques began to be applied to lung cancer resection, esophageal cancer resection and other surgeries. At this stage, the design of the thoracoscopy is more advanced, the operation is more convenient, and the surgical trauma is significantly reduced. At the same time, with the accumulation of experience and the improvement of technology, the success rate of thoracoscopic surgery has gradually increased.
3. The popularization and improvement of thoracoscopic technology.
After entering the 21st century, thoracoscopic technology has been more widely used and promoted. In addition to the application in the surgery of thoracic tumors such as lung cancer and esophageal cancer, thoracoscopic techniques are also gradually applied to congenital heart disease, diaphragmatic disease, emphysema and other diseases. At the same time, with the continuous development of thoracoscopic technology, the range of surgical indications is also expanding.
At present, thoracoscopic technology has become one of the important techniques in the field of thoracic surgery, which has the advantages of less trauma, faster recovery and fewer complications. In the future, with the advancement of science and technology and the development of medicine, it is believed that thoracoscopic technology will be applied and promoted in more diseases.
Fourth, the development direction of thoracoscopic technology.
At present, the development direction of thoracoscopic technology mainly includes the following aspects:
1.Minimally invasive: With the concept of minimally invasive deeply rooted in the hearts of the people, thoracoscopic technology is also constantly developing in the direction of more minimally invasive. In the future, through more delicate surgical operations and smaller surgical incisions, surgical trauma can be further reduced, and postoperative comfort and speed of patients can be improved.
2.Intelligent: With the development of artificial intelligence technology, thoracoscopic technology is gradually developing in the direction of intelligence. In the future, through the application of artificial intelligence technology, the automation and intelligence of thoracoscopic surgery can be realized, and the accuracy and safety of surgery can be further improved.
3.Personalization: According to the specific situation and needs of different patients, future thoracoscopic techniques will be more individualized**. Through the personalized evaluation of patients and the design of surgical plans, more accurate results can be achieved and the quality of life and quality of life of patients can be improved.
4.Combination**: In the future, thoracoscopic technology can be used in combination with other methods, such as drugs**, radiotherapy, immunology**, etc. Through the combination of **, the ** effect can be further improved, and a more comprehensive ** plan can be provided for patients.
In conclusion, the development of thoracoscopic technology is a process of continuous innovation and progress. With the continuous development of medical technology, it is believed that thoracoscopic technology will be applied and promoted in more diseases, and make more positive contributions to human health.