There are several kinds of lung problems that can happen with a lobectomy. Some of these include:
Pneumonia
Blood or fluid in or outside the lung
Bleeding
Lung failure.
Patients who already have lung disease have a greater chance of experiencing lung problems after lobectomy. The treatment for a lung problem will depend on how it happened and how severe it is. If there is a problem, your healthcare professional will talk with you about what the best treatment is for your situation.
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