A shadow on your scan isn’t always serious, but it deserves attention.
For this procedure, the surgeon creates an incision in the wall of the chest and inserts a small camera and tools. The process allows the doctor to view the nodules and remove any lesions or tumors. People typically recover more quickly from this surgery compared to thoracotomy surgery because it is less invasive.

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