OA04.02 Diaphragm and Phrenic Nerve Preservation During Lung-Sparing Surgery for Malignant Pleural Mesothelioma: The Impact on Patient Outcomes

Abstract

Lung-sparing surgery for malignant pleural mesothelioma (MPM) is associated with a difficult and prolonged recovery due to the extensive nature of the procedure. For a select group of patients, prolonged survival rates have been reported. A clear understanding of which patients will benefit from lung-sparing surgery is currently unknown. Despite having favorable tumor histologies, limited tumor burden and being deemed physically fit for surgery, some patients will still experience increased morbidity and/or mortality.