Abstract
A wide variety of mediastinal masses occur in children. Traditionally, biopsy or resection of such masses has required open thoracotomy, minithoracotomy, a Chamberlin procedure, or sternotomy. As thoracoscopic techniques and equipment have evolved and improved, most mediastinal masses may now be surgically approached and managed using minimally invasive methods. This review discusses the general principles of the management of mediastinal masses in children and how thoracoscopy plays a role in this management.
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