Pneumonectomy

A pneumonectomy is a surgical procedure where an entire lung is removed, typically to treat conditions like lung cancer or severe lung damage. The surgeon carefully separates the lung from surrounding tissues, blood vessels, and airways before removing it. The goal is to eliminate diseased tissue and improve breathing or health outcomes. After removal, the remaining lung can often compensate over time. Pneumonectomy is a major operation requiring careful evaluation and planning, but it can be life-saving in managing serious lung conditions.