Thoracic Surgery: Facilitates one-lung ventilation for procedures including lobectomy, pneumonectomy, and esophageal resection (creating an unobstructed surgical field).
Selective Lung Isolation: Manages unilateral lung conditions (e.g., pulmonary lavage for alveolar proteinosis, drainage of unilateral abscesses) to protect the healthy lung.
Complex Airway Management: Isolates a damaged or bleeding lung (e.g., in cases of massive hemoptysis) to prevent cross-contamination and maintain respiratory stability.