A segmentectomy is a surgical procedure that removes one of the ten anatomic segments of a lung. It requires some dissection of the artery, vein, and/or airway structures of that segment, and the ...

Lung function MRI showing problem areas (measurement levels of dysfunction) in lung transplant recipients. Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases ...

Lung wedge resection is surgery that removes a small, wedge-shaped piece of lung tissue. It can treat early stage lung cancer or help doctors diagnose suspicious lumps or shadows on the lungs ...

Patients who received a home-based exercise and self-management program after lung resection had more improved exercise capacity and self-efficacy. Quality of life and objective physical function ...