What are the surgical treatments for lung cancer? Introduction to 4 surgical treatments for lung cancer

In clinical practice, lung cancer is mainly treated by surgery. Different treatment methods are used for different stages. During the treatment process, more attention should be paid to the location and size of cancer cells. It is very important to see whether the cancer cells have metastasized. Although early stage cancer generally does not metastasize, there are special cases. The following is a detailed introduction to the treatment of lung cancer:

1. Pneumonectomy

Generally, right pneumonectomy is avoided as much as possible, but when the tumor is located in the central part and involves large blood vessels or main bronchi, pneumonectomy is still the best choice. Because removing half of the lung tissue will have a certain impact on the quality of life after surgery.

2. Partial lung resection

Removal of a small portion of lung tissue is suitable for patients with peripheral and very early lung cancer, or those with early lesions and combined cardiopulmonary dysfunction who cannot tolerate lobectomy. It is also often used for locally recurrent or metastatic lung cancer.

3. Bronchoplasty and lung resection

The surgery of removing the affected upper-level bronchus and reconstructing the corresponding airway is complicated and risky, and is only performed in large medical centers with experience.

4. Lobectomy/bilobectomy

Lobectomy/bilobectomy is a standard lung cancer resection procedure with reliable efficacy and few complications, and it complies with both surgical and oncological principles.

In the treatment of lung cancer, it is necessary to clearly identify the location of the cancer cells and whether they have spread. Only in this way can we prepare for surgery and arrange a treatment plan. We should also pay more attention to postoperative precautions. Not eating within 10 hours before surgery is the simplest requirement.