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The study aims to evaluate the feasibility and safety of non-intubated sedation for VATS procedures compared to intubated general anesthesia.

April 15, 2026

Non‐Intubated (Sedation) Versus Intubated General Anesthesia for VATS Pulmonary Spontaneous Ventilation Anesthesia: A Systematic Review and Meta‐Analysis

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The study aims to evaluate the feasibility and safety of non-intubated sedation for VATS procedures compared to intubated general anesthesia.
Conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis
Compared outcomes of non-intubated and intubated anesthesia
Analyzed procedural time, length of stay, and complication rates
Non-intubated anesthesia may decrease procedural time
Length of stay is potentially reduced with non-intubated anesthesia
No increase in complication risk was noted with non-intubated sedation

Resumen

SA is a feasible alternative to intubated GA for VATS spontaneous ventilation anesthesia, potentially reducing procedural time and LOS without raising complication risk. Applicability to U.S. practice requires caution, given oncologic standards and lower adoption. Prospective randomized trials with standardized endpoints remain necessary.

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Daiyuan Xu

Lei Xi

Yijia Chen

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ANZ Journal of Surgery

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Hubei University of Medicine

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