Risk factor analysis and predictive model development for air leakage after thoracoscopic pulmonary wedge resection

The rate of postoperative complications in wedge resection is low because it does not involve major structures. However, postoperative air leakage (AL) is common. This research sought to determine the risk factors associated with AL following thoracoscopic pulmonary wedge resection and to create a predictive model for identifying patients suitable for tubeless procedures.