A scoping review of lung cancer surgery with curative intent: workup, fitness assessment, clinical outcomes

Breathe (Sheff). 2024 Aug 27;20(2):240046. doi: 10.1183/20734735.0046-2024. eCollection 2024 Jun.

Abstract

Lung cancer surgery with curative intent has significantly developed over recent years, mainly focusing on minimally invasive approaches that do not compromise medical efficiency and ensure a decreased burden on the patient. It is directly linked with an efficient multidisciplinary team that will perform appropriate pre-operative assessment. Caution is required in complex patients with several comorbidities to ensure a meaningful and informed thoracic surgery referral leading to optimal patient outcomes.

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  • Review