Pulmonary Resection for Bronchiectasis: Perioperative and Follow-Up Outcomes in a VATS-Dominant Cohort

Background/Objectives: Surgical resection remains an important treatment option for selected patients with bronchiectasis who have persistent symptoms, recurrent pulmonary infections, or hemoptysis despite medical therapy. This study evaluated perioperative and follow-up outcomes after pulmonary resection for bronchiectasis in a predominantly video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS)-treated cohort.

Methods

This retrospective single-center cohort included patients who underwent pulmonary resection for bronchiectasis between January 2009 and January 2026. Baseline and follow-up data were analyzed at the patient level, whereas operative and perioperative outcomes were assessed at the procedure level. Follow-up duration was calculated from the most recent resection to the last available clinical assessment.