Thoracoscopic Removal of K‑wire Penetrating Lung and Mediastinum

Abstract

Kirschner wire (K‑wire) migration into thoracic cavity and organs are uncommon but can have fatal complications. A 60‑year‑old gentleman<br /> had repair of dislocated left acromioclavicular joint with K‑wire, which migrated, from the joint into left lung and mediastinum. He was<br /> successfully treated by thoracoscopic retrieval of migrated K‑wire.