Lung wedge resection is surgery to remove a triangle-shaped portion of the lung. Learn what it is, the procedure steps, recovery and side effects.
Pneumonectomy is surgery to remove an entire lung. Learn what it is, the procedure steps, how it differs from a lobectomy, recovery and side effects.
Lobectomy is surgery to remove a lobe of the lung. Learn what it is, the procedure, how it differs from a pulmonary sleeve resection, recovery and side effects.
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A lung cancer screening may help detect the disease in patients without symptoms. Learn about the guidelines, accuracy, results and more.
Lung cancer symptoms may not appear until the disease is at an advanced stage. Learn about possible signs, including phlegm changes, cough and skin issues.
Lung metastases occur when cancer from another site spreads to the lungs, such as from the breast, colon, prostate or pancreas. Learn the details and treatments.
Smoking is the number one cause of lung cancer, but this condition is becoming increasingly more common in non-smokers. Learn what it is and risk factors.
Lung segmentectomy is surgery to remove a section of the lung and surrounding tissue. Learn what it is, the procedure steps, recovery and side effects.
Chemotherapy or ‘chemo’ is a lung cancer treatment option. These drugs may be given as pills, IV or intrathecally, and may cause short and long-term side effects.