Thoracotomy can be performed with the patient in one of three common positions:lateral,semilateral,and supine.While the supine position is used for the median sternotomy approach,which of the lateral positions is used for an anterolateral approach?

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The type of position used in thoracic surgery is determined by the operative procedure planned.Thoracotomy can be performed with the patient in one of three common positions:(1)lateral for the posterolateral approach(2)semilateral for the anterolateral approach,and (3)supine for the median sternotomy approach.

Thoracotomy Can Be Performed with the Patient in One of Three