left upper lobectomy

The left upper lobectomy is mainly for peripheral lung cancer and is limited to irreversible lesions in the lung. Treatment of diseases: elderly lung cancer Indication Peripheral lung cancer, limited to irreversible lesions in the lung lobe. Preoperative preparation 1. X-ray examination to determine the location of the lesion and understand the condition of the lung. 2. Those who have more infections and secretions, give anti-infective treatment and control the amount of sputum. 3. Smokers should avoid smoking for more than 2 weeks. 4. Perform lung function tests and blood gas analysis. 5. Correct heart function and improve systemic nutrition. Surgical procedure 1. Open the oblique fissure, the lower lobe is retracted backward, and the upper lobe is retracted forward to expose the left pulmonary artery trunk. The medial side is the posterior segmental artery, the anterior segmental artery, the upper lingual segmental artery and the lower lingual artery. . Generally 4-6 branches of the superior arteries. After identification, ligation and cutting. 2. Retract the upper lobe of the lungs to reveal the superior vein of the lung, and cut it after ligation. 3. Free the upper bronchus, cut the traction line, cut the bronchus, and suture the stump.

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