Lung cancer metastasis to sternal 11, thoracic 12, lumbar 5, can I have surgery?

Lung cancer metastases to the sternum, 11th and 12th thoracic vertebrae, and lumbar 5 bones, and whether surgical treatment can be performed depends on the specific situation. If the patient is in good health and the tumor has not spread or metastasized significantly, surgery may be possible.

1. Surgical conditions

For some patients with better physical conditions, it is also possible to remove the primary lesion by surgery in the case of distant metastasis of lung cancer.However, the risk of surgery is relatively high in this case, and the incidence of postoperative complications will increase accordingly. Therefore, before deciding to undergo surgery, the doctor will conduct a comprehensive assessment of the patient's condition and fully communicate with the patient about the risks and benefits of the surgery.

2. Inability to operate

For most patients with advanced lung cancer that has metastasized extensively, surgery is not the treatment of choice. Nonsurgical approaches such as radiotherapy, chemotherapy, or targeted therapy are often recommended to control disease progression and relieve symptoms. These treatments can help reduce pain and other discomfort, prolong survival, and improve quality of life.

For patients whose lung cancer has metastasized to multiple bone sites, the ability to undergo surgical treatment requires a comprehensive consideration of a variety of factors, including the patient's age, health status, cancer stage, extent of metastasis, etc. The final treatment plan should be developed by a team of professional doctors on an individual basis.