What is Lung segment resection?
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A lung segment resection is a surgical procedure that involves the removal of a portion of the lung. This type of procedure usually removes more than a wedge resection would but not the entire lobe of the lung.
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How do members experience Lung segment resection?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adenocarcinoma (non-small cell lung cancer) | 24 | 1 | |
| Non-small cell lung cancer | 12 | 0 | |
| Typical lung carcinoid tumor | 7 | 0 | |
| Lung cancer | 6 | 0 | |
| Small cell carcinoma (small cell lung cancer) | 5 | 0 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Nerve pain (neuralgia) | 2 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 0 | |
| Moderate | 0 | |
| Mild | 0 | |
| None | 1 |
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