Can thoracic surgery treat pulmonary nodules?

Thoracic surgery departments can generally evaluate lung nodules, but patients may also visit the respiratory medicine department for consultation.

Thoracic surgery specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting organs within the thoracic cavity, such as the esophagus, lungs, and mediastinum. Lung nodules may arise due to inflammatory infections, abnormal tissue cell proliferation, tumors, or other factors, potentially causing symptoms such as coughing, sputum production, and chest pain. Patients with lung nodules should typically seek care at a hospital's thoracic surgery department, undergo necessary examinations to determine the nature and characteristics of the nodule, and then receive targeted treatment accordingly.

After detection of a lung nodule, timely intervention and treatment are recommended to prevent disease progression and the development of complications that could seriously affect health.