Does the incision after lung cancer surgery need to be sutured?

Open incision after lung cancer surgery generally refers to the opening of the wound in the chest cavity. If the patient has the above situation and is not accompanied by other discomfort symptoms, no special treatment is required. However, if the patient has obvious pain, bleeding and other symptoms, he needs to seek medical treatment in time.

1. Situations where suture is not required

1. No need for suturing: If the patient's condition is serious and his physical fitness is poor, after lung cancer surgery, local muscle tissue may be damaged, resulting in chest wounds. If there are no other adverse reactions, no special treatment is generally required, but you should pay attention to rest and avoid strenuous exercise.

2. Situations requiring suturing

2. Suture is needed: If the patient is in good physical condition and the condition is not particularly serious, and there is only a wound on the chest but no infection, suturing is not necessary at this time, because the suturing effect is not very good in this case, and it will increase the tension of the skin, which is not conducive to wound healing.

3. Seek medical treatment promptly: If the patient experiences obvious pain, bleeding, etc. after lung cancer surgery, it may be caused by bacterial invasion of the wound. At this time, you need to go to a regular hospital in time for debridement. You can also use iodine solution, hydrogen peroxide solution and other drugs for disinfection as prescribed by the doctor.

Patients are advised to maintain good living habits, regular work and rest, adequate sleep, and avoid overwork in their daily lives. At the same time, they should also pay attention to maintaining a balanced diet and eat more foods rich in protein, vitamins and other nutrients, such as eggs and tomatoes, which will help supplement the nutrients needed by the body and promote recovery.