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performing wedge resection. However, at the time, complete resection would not have been possible unless both sides had been approached. Single port resection of a benign rib tumor is feasible and can be done with readily available instruments (Figure 2, B). The advantages of thoracoscopic methods have been previously reported. 3 These advantages include a smaller incision, no muscle damage, and no dead space issues, which can lead to complications. Other advantages include a more rapid recovery to daily life and a shorter hospital stay. One-port methods have the same advantages, with the addition of resulting in a single scar, instead of 3. Thus, the occurrence of pain can be reduced. The procedure itself is simple and straightforward, using readily available instruments without the complex instruments necessary for a more complex procedure. Our patient was doing well and was satisfied with her outcome at the last follow-up visit.

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