International Journal of Hematology and Oncology 2023, Vol 33, Num 4 Page(s): 125-134
Role of Surgery for Lung Metastases

Emel YAMAN1, Ugur COSKUN1, Banu OZTURK1

Gazi Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi Medikal Onkoloji Bilim Dalı, Ankara, TURKEY

Keywords: Metastasectomy, Lung
Lung metastases are a common problem in the follow-up of malignancies. Although, it’s usually found as a manifestation of a systemic dissemination, isolated lung metastases can be found in %20 of patients. Role of surgery for colorectal hepatic metastases has been clear; however, there is no standart approach for the pulmonary metastases which may also get benefit from surgery. In non-randomised studies, pulmonary metastasectomy could be helpful for the control of disease especially in some malignancies including osteosarcomas and germ cell tumors. Herein, we report the role of pulmonary metastasectomy in various cancer types.