Lung surgery for cancer
The main principle of cancer treatment today is the removal of the tissues of the malignant neoplasm of the lung, as much as possible.
The operation to remove lung cancer is an extremely important measure, because only in this way it is possible not only to neutralize the tumor itself, but also to prevent its negative effects on the organ. Also, with the help of surgical intervention, there is a chance to prevent the appearance of metastases.
Even when the lesion is detected at the last stage (which sometimes happens), surgery can relieve the patient from severe pain.
There is also a problem, which is that in some cases, due to the localization of the tumor and its anatomical features, it is considered inappropriate or simply impossible.
Content:
- What can lung cancer surgery be like?
- Consequences of lung cancer surgery
- The patient must fulfill the following conditions:
- Benefits of lung cancer surgery
What can lung cancer surgery be like?
In oncology, surgical operations can be of two types:
- Radical, when the lung tumor is removed completely. It is considered a highly effective method;
- Palliative (symptomatic). They are used when, for some reason, it is impossible to take advantage of the radical removal of a cancerous tumor. It is impossible to cure a patient with the help of such operations, but it is possible to improve well-being and alleviate the symptoms of the disease.
For the surgical treatment of lung cancer, various instruments are used, on which the quality of the surgeon's work depends:
- Traditional scalpel;
- Ultrasonic scalpel;
- Radio frequency knife.
Of the variety of morphological types of cancer, some of its types are difficult to treat and lead to a tragic ending. However, surgery still gives many a chance for healing, albeit even partial. The result of the operation depends on the characteristics of the neoplasms - their number, size, stage of the disease. And if the tumor is without distant metastases, then the hope for success increases.
Consequences of lung cancer surgery
As you know, the following are the most characteristic conditions of the patient after surgery:
- Violation of the rhythm of breathing;
- Dizziness;
- Dyspnea;
- Rapid heartbeat;
- The appearance of a bronchial fistula.
After surgery, the patient begins a recovery period that can take a long time. Doctors are trying to speed up this process, and start it with active movement. Even in bed, you need to try to do simple exercises - movements of the arms and legs to stimulate blood circulation.
The patient must fulfill the following conditions:
- Strictly follow the physical therapy program;
- Perform breathing exercises constantly;
- Strictly follow a healthy diet.
Benefits of lung cancer surgery
Patients who have undergone surgery for cancer, most often ask the question: "How long do they live after lung cancer surgery?" No one will give a definite answer, the life expectancy after the operation is individual for each patient, and the statistical data - 5 years, does not mean anything at all.
The author of the article: Bykov Evgeny Pavlovich | Oncologist, surgeon
Education: graduated from residency at the Russian Scientific Oncological Center. N. N. Blokhin "and received a diploma in the specialty" Oncologist"
