Pulmonary: Pulmonary Disease: Surgical Management

Question 1

Surgeries to Remove Diseased Lung Portions: Pneuomonectomy

Answer 1

• Removal of a lung

Question 2

Surgeries to Remove Diseased Lung Portions: Lobectomy

Answer 2

• Removal of a lobe of a lung

Question 3

Surgeries to Remove Diseased Lung Portions: Segmental Resection

Answer 3

• Removal of a segment of a lobe

Question 4

Surgeries to Remove Diseased Lung Portions: Wedge Resection

Answer 4

• Removal of a portion of the lung without anatomical devisions

Question 5

Types of Incisions: Midtsternotomy

Answer 5

• Sternum is cut in half lengthwise and sternum is retracted
• Typically used in heart surgeries
• PT should follow sternal precautions and encourage upper extremity range of motion.

Question 6

Types of Incisions: Thoracotomy

Answer 6

• Incision follows the path of the fourth intercostal space
• Typically used for lung resections
• Range of motion should be encouraged post operatively