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Bilobectomy in a 90-year-old patient.
A Linder1, H Toomes, L Swoboda
1Department of Thoracic Surgery, Schillerhöhe, Centre for Thoracic Medicine, Gerlingen/Stuttgart, FRG.
The Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgeon
|June 1, 1989
Summary
This case study demonstrates that extensive lung surgery for small-cell bronchial carcinoma is feasible and beneficial, even in 90-year-old patients, leading to successful tumor removal and recovery.
Area of Science:
- Thoracic Surgery
- Oncology
- Geriatric Medicine
Background:
- Advanced age presents significant challenges for surgical interventions.
- Small-cell bronchial carcinoma (SBC) typically requires aggressive treatment.
- Hemoptysis necessitates prompt and effective management.