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Tengandogo University Hospital performs first successful bronchial sleeve lobectomy in Burkina Faso
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On July 7, 2026, the thoracic and vascular surgery team at Tengandogo University Hospital CHU successfully performed its first bronchial sleeve lobectomy. This complex procedure allowed for the preservation of a portion of the lung affected by a tumor in a patient. The operation was led by Dr. Moussa Bazongo, a thoracic and vascular surgeon, with support from Dr. Jiang Lei, a thoracic surgeon from the Chinese medical mission, and Dr. J. Maoro Bolivogui, a cardiovascular surgeon. The patient had a significant tumor in the left lower lobar bronchus, extending to the bronchial bifurcation. Typically, such cases might require a pneumonectomy, the removal of the entire lung, which significantly reduces respiratory capacity. However, the Tengandogo CHU team opted for an advanced reconstructive technique to preserve lung function. They removed the lower lobe of the lung, the tumor-affected area, and the bronchial bifurcation, then reconnected the upper lobar bronchus directly to the left main bronchus. This delicate reconstruction preserved a large part of the healthy lung. This national first highlights the coordinated efforts of surgeons, anesthesia-resuscitation teams, nurses, instrument technicians, and specialized doctors. It also demonstrates the effective cooperation between Tengandogo CHU and the Chinese medical mission, showcasing the progress of Burkina Faso's healthcare system in specialized surgery and the capability of national practitioners to perform highly technical
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