Thoracotomy is defined as an incision made by the surgeon in the chest wall in order
to allow visibility of the thoracic cavity content. This can be used by surgeons to
treat thoracic cavity content diseases including the heart, lungs, esophagus, and
other organs. Thoracic incision closure remains an item with no consensus. Therefore,
we present an easy way and give a little tip for closure using the slipknot that will
allow the correct approach of ribs and the successful closure of the intercostal space.
Keywords
trauma - surgical equipment - chest wall - chest
