Cirugía Torácica

We offer you a minimally invasive thoracic surgical approach, safer and adapted to each case, thanks to our team, pioneers in Spain in video-assisted techniques (VATS), and the most advanced technology. We have the most advanced hybrid operating theatre in Europe, which allows lesions to be located with maximum precision during the procedure, without the need for open surgery.

All of this allows us to effectively treat conditions such as early-stage Lung Cancer, Hyperhidrosis, or arrhythmias resistant to medical treatment, among others. Our thoracic surgery service is specifically focused on providing personalised and safe solutions for each patient.

We are also a reference centre in the comprehensive treatment of thoracic malformations, using the most advanced orthopaedic techniques and personalised 3D prostheses adapted to each patient’s anatomy and needs.

We treat each condition in a comprehensive way using minimally invasive thoracic surgery techniques

At Ascires Hospital in Valencia, we take a global and personalised approach to thoracic conditions such as Lung Cancer, thymic tumours and myasthenia gravis. Thanks to close collaboration between specialties and precise diagnosis, we design the most appropriate treatment for each patient.

Our thoracic surgery service offers the full range of minimally invasive procedures for thoracic diseases, allowing us to provide safer and more effective solutions.

Our commitment to patient care

Exclusive Treatments Available Only at Ascires Grupo Biomédico

At Ascires, we place the most experienced team at your service so that you can receive treatments that accelerate your recovery and improve your quality of life.

We are a national reference centre in the most advanced thoracic surgical techniques. We apply procedures such as sympathectomy for refractory ventricular arrhythmias, anatomical segmentectomy for the resection of pulmonary nodules, the use of personalised 3D prostheses for thoracic malformations, and aesthetic waist reduction surgery. In addition, we perform surgical treatment of airway pathology.

Medical team

Thoracic Surgery Team in Valencia

Our thoracic surgery team has been a pioneer in Spain in the introduction of minimally invasive surgical techniques, highly effective and with less impact on the postoperative period. Their experience and specialisation guarantee the highest quality care.

Néstor José Martínez Hernández

Thoracic Surgeon

With 18 years of experience in Thoracic Surgery Departments across hospitals in the Valencian Community, Dr Martínez is a thoracic...

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Common Conditions

Conditions Treated in Thoracic Surgery

Lung Cancer: one of the most common tumours worldwide and the leading cause of cancer-related death. We offer comprehensive treatment using minimally invasive techniques such as segmentectomy.
Pulmonary Metastases: in selected cases, lung surgery may form part of treatment with curative intent.
Pneumothorax: pneumothorax may occur secondary to another pulmonary or traumatic condition, or as a condition in itself. It requires medical management by thoracic surgery and, in certain cases, even surgery.
Mediastinal tumours: thymomas, cysts or lymphatic neoplasms may require complete surgical resection.
Pleural Mesothelioma: cancer related to asbestos exposure that may be treated with thoracic surgery combined with other oncological treatments.
Severe pulmonary infections: abscesses or empyemas that do not respond to medical treatment may require surgical intervention.
Congenital malformations: such as pulmonary cysts or bronchopulmonary sequestrations that may be treated in adulthood.
Thoracic wall malformations and aesthetic conditions: there are a number of thoracic malformations (pectus excavatum or pectus carinatum, Poland syndrome, etc.) that cause aesthetic alterations of the chest in all cases and, in many cases, are associated with cardiopulmonary involvement. The thoracic surgery department offers comprehensive treatment of these conditions in coordination with other services such as paediatrics or plastic surgery.
Hyperhidrosis: treated by thoracic sympathectomy in cases that do not respond to other methods.
Complex rib fractures or thoracic trauma: may require surgical stabilisation to reduce complications and improve recovery.

Frequently Asked Questions About Thoracic Surgery

What is thoracic surgery and when is it needed?
Thoracic surgery is the medical specialty responsible for the surgical treatment of diseases affecting the organs of the chest, such as the lungs, pleura, oesophagus, mediastinum, trachea, and chest wall, as well as border regions such as the neck, diaphragm or major vessels.

Thoracic surgery is needed when there are conditions such as:
- Lung Cancer
- Nodules or thoracic masses (lung, mediastinal, chest wall…)
- Pleural diseases (pneumothorax, effusion, tumours…)
- Cervico-thoracic pathology such as endothoracic goitre.
- Mediastinal pathology: oesophageal, tracheal, lymph node or thymic lesions.
- Severe pulmonary infections.
- Chest wall diseases, both traumatic and tumoural, or malformations.
At Ascires Hospital Valencia, you have a specialised thoracic surgery team that enables rapid diagnosis and effective treatment using the most advanced techniques.
What diseases does a thoracic surgeon treat?
A thoracic surgeon diagnoses and treats mainly non-cardiac diseases within the chest, such as:
- Lung tumours (benign or malignant)
- Pulmonary Metastases
- Nodules or suspicious lesions detected on CT scan
- Mediastinal tumours (such as thymomas, cysts or lymphadenopathy)
- Pleural disease: pneumothorax, effusions, tumours…
- Benign oesophageal pathology (cysts, leiomyomas, diverticula…)
- Infections such as abscesses or empyemas
- Diaphragmatic pathology (hernias, relaxations, tumours…)
- Thoracic deformities and aesthetic applications of the chest wall.
- Chest wall tumours, including both resection and the necessary reconstruction.
- Hyperhidrosis or focal excessive sweating (in specific areas, mainly hands and armpits).
- Tracheal and airway diseases, such as tumours or benign airway stenosis, treated both surgically and endoscopically.
- Medical and surgical management of thoracic trauma.
- Fast-track treatment of thoracic outlet syndrome
- Thyroid pathology when it involves the mediastinum.
Where can I find specialised thoracic surgery in Valencia?
What is the difference between traditional and minimally invasive thoracic surgery?
Minimally invasive thoracic surgery, such as VATS (Video-Assisted Thoracic Surgery), is performed through small incisions with the help of a camera and special instruments.

Main differences:
- The traditional technique (thoracotomy) involves a larger incision, making it much more damaging and aggressive, which results in a much longer and more painful postoperative period than minimally invasive surgery.
- The minimally invasive technique reduces pain, hospital stay and recovery time, as well as accelerating the patient’s return to their normal life.
While many centres still do not even have a minimally invasive surgery programme, for us it is always our first choice for the treatment of all thoracic surgery pathologies.

Cirugía Torácica

We treat each condition in a comprehensive way using minimally invasive thoracic surgery techniques

Exclusive Treatments Available Only at Ascires Grupo Biomédico

Thoracic Surgery Team in Valencia

Néstor José Martínez Hernández

Thoracic Surgeon

Conditions Treated in Thoracic Surgery

Frequently Asked Questions About Thoracic Surgery

What is thoracic surgery and when is it needed?

What diseases does a thoracic surgeon treat?

Where can I find specialised thoracic surgery in Valencia?

What is the difference between traditional and minimally invasive thoracic surgery?

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