What complications does lung cancer bring?

What complications does lung cancer bring? Lung cancer not only brings pain to people, but also brings a series of complications. So what are the specific complications of lung cancer? Let our experts introduce them to you in detail below.

One of the complications of lung cancer is cardiovascular complications: old age and frailty, traction and stimulation of the mediastinum and hilum during surgery, hypokalemia, hypoxia and heavy bleeding are often the causes. Common cardiovascular complications include postoperative hypotension, arrhythmia, pericardial tamponade, heart failure, etc.

The second complication of lung cancer is respiratory complications: such as sputum retention, atelectasis, pneumonia, respiratory insufficiency, etc. The incidence rate is higher in the elderly and weak, and those with chronic bronchitis and emphysema.

The third complication of lung cancer is postoperative hemothorax, empyema and bronchopleural fistula: the incidence is very low. Postoperative hemothorax is a serious complication that requires emergency treatment and, if necessary, a second thoracotomy should be performed to stop the bleeding.

The above is an introduction to the complications of lung cancer. I believe you have already understood them and hope that they will be helpful to you. If you have other questions related to lung cancer, please consult our online experts or call our consultation hotline, and the experts will answer your questions in detail. Feihua Health Network wishes you a speedy recovery!

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