Summary: the first trocar is placed one lung ventilation should be confirmed and hemostasis verified. The remaining trocars may then be placed. Usually 4 or more trocars are required. Figure used with Permission; John J. Regan, M.D. Fig.7: Trocar Placement Visual inspection of the contents of the thoracic cavity should be performed initially.
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