Keywords
primary lung cancer, bipolar energy
INFLAMMATORY RESPONSE
The recommended treatment of primary lung cancer is minimally invasive anatomical lung resection and mediastinal lymphadenectomy [Monopolar devices have usually been used for tissue dissection and electrocoagulation. Recently introduced advanced bipolar energy device, namely LigaSure™ Sealer/Divider (Medtronic, Minneapolis, MN, USA), has been found to produce stronger vessel seals [The aim of this study was to compare the short-term results, inflammatory response and local temperature changes caused by the LigaSure device and monopolar electrocautery in patients undergoing VATS lobectomy with lymphadenectomy.