Totally robotic-assisted non-circumferential tracheal resection and anastomosis for leiomyoma in an elderly female

Primary tracheal leiomyoma is a rare benign tumor arising from the smooth muscle cells of the membranous portion of the trachea, which account for approximately 1-2% of all primary tracheal tumors (1,2). Because these lesions are so rare, the optimal management approach has not been defined. Historically, a tracheal sleeve resection has been considered to be the standard treatment. Here, we present a novel robotic minimally invasive technique for performing a non-circumstantial tracheal resection that minimizes the possible operative risk. To our knowledge, it is the first report of robotic-assisted tracheal resection in an elderly female who had experienced recurrence cough and receive a diagnosis of an intra-thoracic tracheal leiomyoma