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lobectomy (complications (Haemorrhage, Chest drain output in excess of 1L…
lobectomy
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risks
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Air in the space between the lung covering (pleural space) that causes the lung to collapse (pneumothorax)
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A tube-like opening between the airway (bronchus) and pleural space that causes air or fluid to leak into the chest (bronchopleural fistula)
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definition
A lobectomy is a surgery to remove one of the lobes of the lungs. The lungs have sections called lobes. The right lung has 3 lobes. The left lung has 2 lobes. A lobectomy may be done when a problem is found in just part of a lung.