Lung Nodus Ablative Surgery
Lung node ablations were an invasive surgical treatment method. They inserted thin and long lead into the lung node under the guidance of the image, and killed the tissue inside the lung node by using electric current or freezing. According to the information provided, the lung node ablation-related surgery had the following advantages: the surgical trauma was small, only local anesthesia was needed, the recovery time after surgery was short, and it did not affect lung function. It was suitable for patients who were old, had poor lung function, and were not suitable for or could not tolerate surgery. In addition, the ablative treatment could be repeated, and it was suitable for multiple or relapsing lung nodes. However, the disadvantage of ablative therapy was that it could not completely kill the lung nodes, there was a certain risk of relapse, and it was impossible to determine whether the cancer cells had spread. It might need to be combined with other treatments such as chemotherapy or radiation therapy. In general, lung node ablations were less invasive, faster recovery, and effective treatment options. They were especially suitable for elderly patients or patients with poor lung function who were not suitable for or could not tolerate surgery.
The size of the lung nodes requires surgery
There was no uniform standard for the size of lung nodes that needed to be removed. Different countries and regions had different perspectives and guidelines. Under normal circumstances, surgery could be considered when the size of the lung node exceeded 1 cm. However, for nodes smaller than 1 cm, close observation was needed. If the 0.6-cm or so node had the characteristics of a malignant tumor, such as lobulation, spicule, distorted blood vessels, or solid components, surgery was also required. For 0.6- 0.8 cm nodes, dynamic observation was required. If there were any changes in the texture, shape, or growth rate of the nodes, surgery was also recommended. Surgery was generally recommended for those with a diameter of more than 1 cm. In addition, the shape, density, and dynamic changes of the nodes also needed to be considered. In short, the specific surgical indication needed to be determined according to the characteristics of the tumor and the doctor's judgment.
How much does a lung irrigation surgery cost?
The cost of lung irrigation surgery varied according to the region, medical institution, and other factors. According to different literature, the price of lung irrigation surgery was about 1000 to 30,000 yuan. One of the papers mentioned that lung irrigation surgery cost about 3000 to 7000 yuan, while another paper mentioned that it cost about 30,000 yuan. In addition, there was also a literature that mentioned that the cost of treatment was about 12,000 to 15,000 yuan. Therefore, the specific cost had to be determined according to the actual situation and the pricing of the medical institution. It is recommended that patients choose a more formal medical institution for consultation according to their personal financial situation.
How many millimeters or more does the lung node suggest surgery?
When the diameter of the lung node is more than 8mm, it is recommended to consider surgery. However, other factors needed to be considered, such as the nature of the tumor (solid or ground-glass), the patient's family history of lung cancer, long-term smoking and other high-risk factors, the malignant signs of the tumor, follow-up observation and chest CT reexamination results, etc. Sometimes, a lung autopsy was needed to determine the benign or malignant tumor before deciding whether surgery was needed. In addition, according to the size of the tumor and the probability of malignant tumor, regular follow-up examinations could also be performed without surgery. All in all, the surgical recommendations for lung nodes required comprehensive evaluation and decision-making based on individual conditions.
Distinguish between Lung Phthisis and Lung Flaccidity
Lung consumption and lung flaccidity were two different diseases. Although they both occurred in the lungs, there were some differences that could be used to differentiate them. Lung flaccidity was a disease caused by many chronic diseases in the lung. It was mainly manifested as coughing, spitting, and saliva. On the other hand, the symptoms of phthisis were cough, hemoptysis, hot flashes, night sweats, and so on. It was contagious. Lung flaccidity could be the later transformation of lung consumption, but lung consumption was not equal to lung flaccidity. The two had different degrees of cause and effect. Therefore, by observing the symptoms and understanding the medical history, it was possible to differentiate between consumption and lung flaccidity.
Lung Atrophy
The symptoms of lung atrophy included chest tightness, short breath, difficulty breathing, fatigue, cough, and expectoration. Atrophy of the lungs could also lead to organ failure throughout the body. The severity of the symptoms depended on the degree and cause of the lung contraction. Lung contraction could be caused by bronchi obstruction, pneumothorax, chest effusions, lung cancer, lung trauma, congenital maldevelopment, etc. Patients with mild lung atrophy may not have obvious symptoms, while patients with severe lung disease may experience severe decline in lung function, resulting in chest tightness, short of breath, difficulty breathing, and other symptoms. The treatment methods for lung atrophy included medication and surgery, and the specifics needed to be determined according to the patient's condition. The patient should seek medical examination in time and follow the doctor's advice for treatment. In addition, patients should pay more attention to rest in their daily lives, avoid strenuous exercise, improve their immunity, and prevent respiratory tract infection.
The Cause of Lung Consumption
There were two main reasons for the onset of consumption. One was the infection of the worm, and the other was the weakening of one's vital qi. The infection of the worms was an indispensable external cause of the disease, while the deficiency of vital energy was the basis of the disease and the main internal cause of the invasion of the worms. Infected with the worm had been recognized as early as the Jin Dynasty. The worm was infectious and could cause lung infection. Weakness of vital qi was caused by congenital deficiency, acquired excessive desire, serious illness, and long-term illness. Deficiency of vital qi was one of the important factors of illness. In addition, Yin deficiency was also one of the reasons for the onset of consumption. Phthisis was a chronic infectious disease. Its cause was complicated and required comprehensive treatment and preventive measures.
Treatment of Lung Cancer
The main treatment method for lung cancer was a combination of anti-inflammatory drugs. Commonly used anti-tb drugs include isoniazid, rifampicin, pyrazinamid, and ethambutal. The treatment time was usually six months or longer, depending on the patient's condition and the doctor's recommendation. The treatment principles were early, regular, full, moderate, and combined. The treatment plan was divided into two stages: the strengthening stage and the consolidation stage. For drug-resistant lung cancer, the medication plan needed to be adjusted according to the results of the smear test and the sensitivity of the cultured strains. During the treatment process, the patient needed to take the medicine regularly to avoid missing the medicine, and follow the doctor's advice to take the medicine and stop the medicine. During the treatment, the patient should pay attention to nutritional support and active rehabilitation exercises. For some patients with serious conditions or complications, the treatment time may be extended appropriately. Surgery could also be considered in some special cases, such as limited multi-drug-resistant chemotherapy. In general, the treatment of lung cancer needed to be tailored according to the patient's specific condition and the doctor's recommendations.
Treatment of Lung Phthisis
There were two ways to treat phthisis: Traditional Chinese Medicine and Western Medicine. Traditional Chinese medicine used the method of diagnosis and treatment to treat phthisis. Different types of symptoms were treated with different drugs. The common Chinese medicines were Yuehua Pills, Baihe Gujin Soup, Shenling Baizhu Powder, etc. These medicines had the effects of nourishing yin and nourishing the lung, clearing heat, killing insects, nourishing yin and reducing fire. Western medicine mainly used a combination of anti-inflammatory drugs for the treatment of consumption. Commonly used drugs were isoniazid, rifampicin, pyrazinamid, and ethambutal. The treatment time was usually six months or longer, depending on the patient's condition and the doctor's recommendation. In short, both traditional Chinese medicine and western medicine could be used for the treatment of consumption. The specific method to choose should be decided according to the patient's condition and the doctor's suggestion.
What are lung diseases?
There were many types of lung diseases. The common ones included chronic obstruction lung disease, bronchiectasis, lung cancer, and so on. These diseases would cause different symptoms, such as chest tightness, wheezing, breathing difficulties, coughing, expectoration, hemoptysis, fear of cold, high fever, chest pain, and so on. For patients with respiratory diseases, relevant examinations were needed in time to confirm the diagnosis, and corresponding treatment was given according to the diagnosis.
Treatment of Lung Phthisis
The treatment methods for phthisis mainly included medication and Chinese medicine treatment. Drug therapy was the most commonly used method for consumption, usually using a combination of anti-inflammatory drugs. Commonly used drugs included isoniazid, rifampicin, pyrazinamid, and ethambutal. The treatment time was usually six months or longer, depending on the patient's condition and the doctor's recommendation. Traditional Chinese medicine adopted the method of diagnosis and treatment based on different symptoms. Different drugs were used for treatment according to different types of symptoms. The common Chinese medicines were Yuehua Pills, Baihe Gujin Soup, Shenling Baizhu Powder, etc. These medicines had the effects of nourishing yin and nourishing the lung, clearing heat, killing insects, nourishing yin and reducing fire. In short, the treatment of consumption needed to choose the appropriate treatment method according to the patient's specific conditions and strictly follow the doctor's recommendations.