Video-assisted thoracoscopic diaphragm oblique resection simplified with an endostapler for diaphragm eventration.

Diaphragm plication has recently become a standard operation for diaphragm eventration. The surgical experience for the patient has improved with the development of minimally invasive operations, but the operator's convenience has not improved significantly. We performed video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery for a diaphragm oblique resection using endostaplers in 10 patients. The total operation time was 39.5 minutes; all patients' symptoms disappeared postoperatively. This presentation will help more thoracic surgeons simplify this operation on the diaphragm.