In which procedure would an incision NOT be required for insertion of the endoscope?
A) bronchoscopy
B) mediastinoscopy
C) pectus excavatum via VATS
D) video-assisted thoracic surgery

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Bronchoscopy typically involves insertion of the endoscope through the mouth or nose, so no incision is needed. In contrast, mediastinoscopy, pectus excavatum via VATS, and video-assisted thoracic surgery all involve making incisions to access the chest or mediastinum.

In Which Procedure Would an Incision NOT Be Required for Insertion