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Observational insights reveal material usage for air leakage prevention after lung resection, indicating potential improvements in clinical practice.
Purpose: Lung resection is a standard treatment for localized lung cancer, but prolonged air leakage is a common complication with health and economic burdens. Interventions such as staplers, sealants, and adjunctive materials are used, yet real-world data describing their utilization remain limited.
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