It depends: It depends on multiple factors: the type of surgery you had originally; is it a recurrence of the original cancer; or is it a second lung cancer. The best thing to do is talk to your surgeon, and have your case discussed in a multidisciplinary group with surgeons, medical and radiation oncologists, pathologists and radiologists.
Answered 12/9/2014
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Depends : It is very important to determine if the cancer is new of recurrence from the previous one! repeat surgery is more difficult and riskier, whether it on the same or the opposite lung! there are many factors that have to be considered! you need to discuss your options with a thoracic surgeon and oncologist.
Answered 3/7/2012
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Possibly: Although recurrent cancer is less likely to be localized and therefore amenable to surgery. If it is a new cancer though, surgery may be an option based on your pulmonary function and the stage of the new cancer.
Answered 6/16/2019
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