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  • Thoracic Surgery
  • Oncology
  • Public Health

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  • Surgical resection is the primary treatment for early-stage lung cancer.
  • Modifiable factors like smoking status can impact surgical outcomes.
  • Understanding these impacts is vital for patient management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the effect of preoperative smoking status on lung resection outcomes.
  • To quantify the risks associated with current smoking before surgery.
  • To inform clinical practice and public health strategies.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of data from 2,426 lung resections (2012-2021).
  • Patients categorized into current smokers, ex-smokers, and never-smokers.
  • Comparison of postoperative complications, length of stay, and mortality rates.

Main Results:

  • Current smokers (20.7%) had higher postoperative complications (36.9%), including respiratory infections and air leaks.
  • 90-day mortality was elevated in current smokers (5.8%) versus ex-smokers (5.3%) and nonsmokers (1%).
  • Current smokers experienced longer hospital stays, increased readmissions, and higher costs.

Conclusions:

  • Smoking immediately before lung cancer surgery is linked to increased morbidity and mortality.
  • Preoperative smoking cessation is essential for improving patient recovery.
  • This practice also reduces the financial burden on healthcare systems.