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[Difference of Lung Function Retention after Segmentectomy and Lobectomy].

Tianyi Sui¹, Ao Liu¹, Wenjie Jiao¹

¹Department of Thoracic Surgery, the Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China.

Zhongguo Fei AI Za Zhi = Chinese Journal of Lung Cancer

|March 27, 2019

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Segmentectomy may better preserve lung function after early non-small cell lung cancer surgery compared to lobectomy. This review examines studies on postoperative pulmonary function changes following these lung cancer surgeries.

Keywords:

Lobectomy Lung neoplasms Pulmonary function Segmentectomy

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Thoracic Surgery
Oncology
Pulmonary Medicine

Background:

Lung cancer incidence and detection rates are rising.
Segmentectomy is increasingly used for early non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).
Debate exists regarding segmentectomy versus lobectomy for preserving postoperative lung function.

Purpose of the Study:

To review and compare postoperative pulmonary function changes between segmentectomy and lobectomy for early NSCLC.
To evaluate the impact of surgical approach on lung function preservation.

Main Methods:

Literature review of studies comparing segmentectomy and lobectomy.
Analysis of data on postoperative pulmonary function outcomes.
Inclusion of studies on cost-effectiveness.

Main Results:

Segmentectomy may offer advantages in preserving postoperative lung function.
Some studies indicate minimal differences in postoperative cost retention between the two procedures.
Further research is needed to definitively establish functional differences.

Conclusions:

Segmentectomy shows potential for superior lung function preservation in early NSCLC.
The choice between segmentectomy and lobectomy should consider individual patient factors and functional outcomes.
Continued investigation into long-term functional and economic impacts is warranted.