October 13, 2020
Duration
9 min.

Summary

This video covers risk assessment and stratification, as well as operative and non-operative treatment options for lung resection in patients with marginal pulmonary function. The presenters recommend that surgeons integrate all available data in a careful process of joint decision-making, resulting in an individualized approach that is compatible with the preferences and goals of the patient.

Presenters: 
Janet P. Edwards, MD
University of Calgary

Robert E. Merritt, MD
Ohio State Wexner Medical Center