What complications are likely to result from advanced lung cancer

What complications are likely to result from advanced lung cancer?

There are three main complications of advanced lung cancer:

1. Postoperative hemothorax: Postoperative hemothorax is the complication with the lowest incidence of advanced lung cancer. Postoperative hemothorax is the most serious complication of advanced lung cancer. If emergency treatment is not required, it is easy to be life-threatening. In many cases, if necessary, thoracotomy should be performed in time to stop bleeding. During lung surgery, bronchial or pulmonary secretions contaminate the chest, leading to empyema. At this time, chest puncture and drainage of pus are very important. Postoperative hemothorax is a complication with a low incidence of advanced lung cancer.

2. Respiratory complications: This is a complication that is common in the elderly with advanced lung cancer. It is easy to develop complications such as atelectasis, pneumonia, respiratory insufficiency, sputum retention, etc., especially in lung cancer patients with existing chronic bronchitis and emphysema. To prevent the occurrence of this complication, you should actively prepare for surgery. After the operation, encourage and urge the patient to take deep breaths and cough hard to effectively expectorate. If necessary, nasal catheter or bronchoscope can be used to suction sputum. Taking certain measures can effectively prevent the occurrence of respiratory complications in lung cancer patients.

3. Cardiovascular complications: This is a complication of advanced lung cancer and elderly lung cancer patients. For elderly people with heart disease and low heart function. During surgery, pay attention to gentle surgery, keep the airway open and have adequate oxygen supply after surgery. In addition, pay attention to slow, balanced and fast postoperative infusion. Be careful when performing surgery on elderly people with advanced lung cancer, and do not let the elderly panic too much or cause cardiovascular complications due to improper treatment.