During extrapleural pneumonectomy, an entire lung is
removed, along with part of the diaphragm and tissue surrounding the lungs and
heart.
Also
Known As:
- Lung removal
- Lung surgery
- Lung removal
surgery
Conditions
Treated with Extrapleural Pneumonectomy:
Extrapleural pneumonectomy is utilized in cases of
malignant mesothelioma.
There are no comparable non-surgical or surgical
alternatives to extrapleural pneumonectomy
Anesthesia
with Extrapleural Pneumonectomy:
Extrapleural pneumonectomy is performed under
general anesthesia, which means that the patient is asleep and completely
unaware during the procedure.
Potential
Complications from Extrapleural Pneumonectomy:
Possible risks following extrapleural pneumonectomy
include infection, bleeding, nerve damage, lung collapse, shortness of breath,
blood clot, arrhythmia, postpneumonectomy syndrome and a negative reaction to
the anesthesia. It is also possible to experience lung failure, for
mesothelioma to return or spread, or to need a chest tube.
Recovery
from Extrapleural Pneumonectomy:
Total recovery from extrapleural pneumonectomy takes six to eight weeks.