[Trans-sternal organ-sparing interventions in the surgical treatment of bilateral bullous diseases of the lungs].

Generalization of an experience with using the transsternal access for the simultaneous treatment of the bilateral bullous disease of the lungs in 14 patients is presented. Under analysis were the nearest and long-term results (up to 18 months). Technical aspects of the surgery of bullous disease and its bilateral form in particular were considered. Postoperative complications were hemorrhage and paresis of the right diaphragm cupola. There were no lethal outcomes. An experience of other surgeons in this field is analyzed.