Lung Lobectomy
Abstract
The most common indication for lung lobectomy is the removal of a solitary lung lobe mass. Except for spontaneous pneumothorax or migrating foreign bodies, most lung lobectomies are performed through a lateral approach. Animals undergoing thoracotomy will require manual or mechanical ventilation once negative pressure is lost within the pleural space. Occlusion of vessels and bronchus of the lung can be performed with a stapler or ligation.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Veterinary Medicine and Surgery
Veterinary Oncology Research
Pleural and Pulmonary Diseases
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Wiley eBooks
- Pages
- 556–563
- Publication date
- 27 February 2026
- Language
- EN
- Document type
- Book chapter