THORACIC SURGERY - INTERNATIONAL HOSPITAL CENTER ECHIFA - DJERBA

The thoracic surgery department at the International Hospital Center Echifa in Djerba specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of thoracic conditions. Our expert surgeons provide personalized, innovative, patient-centered care, with a strong focus on minimally invasive surgery.

WHAT IS THORACIC SURGERY?

Thoracic surgery involves the organs and structures of the chest, excluding certain complex heart surgeries. It includes:

• The thoracic cage: ribs, sternum, chest wall
• The lungs and pleura
• The mediastinum: trachea, major vessels, esophagus, lymph nodes
• The diaphragm
• In some cases, the heart and esophagus depending on the condition

CONDITIONS TREATED

Our thoracic surgeons treat a wide range of conditions:

• Lung cancers and pulmonary metastases
• Chronic lung infections and obstructive lung diseases (e.g., emphysema)
• Pleural diseases: pneumothorax, empyema
• Mediastinal tumors: thymoma
• Esophageal disorders: gastroesophageal reflux (GERD), cancers, swallowing disorders
• Specialized cardiac surgery: congenital defects, coronary disease, severe conditions
• Diaphragm conditions: congenital hernias, traumatic ruptures, paralysis
• Thoracic trauma: fractures, injuries
• Chest wall deformities: pectus excavatum, carinatum
• Palmary hyperhidrosis

OUR SURGICAL TECHNIQUES

CONVENTIONAL THORACIC SURGERY

• Complex procedures via open chest surgery
• Examples: lobectomy, pneumonectomy

MINIMALLY INVASIVE AND ENDOSCOPIC SURGERY

• Small incisions with camera and specialized instruments
• Techniques: thoracoscopy (VATS), mediastinoscopy, pleuroscopy, robotic surgery

Advantages of minimally invasive surgery:

• Less post-operative pain
• Faster recovery
• Reduced hospital stay
• Fewer complications

WHY CHOOSE INTERNATIONAL HOSPITAL CENTER ECHIFA?

• Highly qualified surgeons trained in the latest techniques
• Advanced technology: robotic surgery, HD imaging, minimally invasive procedures
• Personalized follow-up: from diagnosis to post-operative care
• Quality and safety: modern, comfortable, and secure medical environment

OUR COMMITMENT TO THORACIC HEALTH

We are committed to providing every patient with:

• Individualized care
• Modern and effective treatments
• A patient-centered approach focused on comfort, safety, and well-being
• Rapid recovery and long-term improvement in quality of life

CONTACT AND APPOINTMENTS

Do you have thoracic problems or respiratory discomfort? Schedule an appointment with our thoracic surgeons to receive precise diagnosis and tailored treatment under optimal conditions.