Segmentectomy (Part of Lung)

A segmentectomy is the removal of lung tissue from a part of your lobe. During a segmentectomy, the surgeon removes a larger piece of lung tissue than in a wedge resection. The whole lobe of the lung is not removed. Why do I need this surgery? You may have an infection in your lung. Alternatively, … Continue reading Segmentectomy (Part of Lung)