Pulmonary resection after pneumonectomy is a reasonable option in selected patients. Wedge resection for single peripheral metachronous disease has the best outcome with 5-year survival as high as 63%. Current… Click to show full abstract
Pulmonary resection after pneumonectomy is a reasonable option in selected patients. Wedge resection for single peripheral metachronous disease has the best outcome with 5-year survival as high as 63%. Current and predicted postoperative cardiopulmonary reserve should be evaluated carefully. Stereotactic body radiotherapy is a promising alternative for inoperable patients.
               
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