Analysis suggests that thoracoscopy (nonvideo and VATS) can be applied safely and effectively in the care of the injured patient.

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Pulmonary tractotomy is a simple and effective technique in injured patients who require an abbreviated thoracotomy and has an acceptable mortality and complication rate. This follow-up report notes that as definitive therapy, tractotomy continues to allow for direct control of bleeding and air leak and obviates the need for formal resection.