0
I had an open lung biopsy 12/21/10. For the first 2 weeks you are very limited on what you can do. It does start to get a little bit easier after that. I am 41 and have been told age matters. I went back to work a month later. I was sore and very tired for a long time. You will learn what you can and can't do, listen to your body! If it hurts slow down but don't stop doing it because it does hurt keep going. The best advise I can give you is to start slow and work your way up. DO NOT sit on your butt and do nothing you need to move or it will not get better. What I found the most helpful...get a very comfy recliner your gonna need it, alot of pillows, a side table and stuff to entertain you. Mostly you will need good friends and family members to help you, you will need help with EVERYTHING! I couldn't sleep in a bed for a month and I had to work into that too, start propped up and work your way down to a flat position (this is where the recliner came in handy). Pillows are needed to prop you, a small very firm one is important to "hold" against your side to help you move around. Entertainment is key, cause if you are like me I was very bored and the mad cause I couldn't do anything or move by myself. Read, do puzzles, get a lap top, watch TV, whatever your into. Good Luck to you! I hope this helped. Just remember it does get easier, it just takes a long time.
What else can I help you with?
Could you die having a Lung Biopsy?
its depend upon the procedure for doing lung biopsy(open lung biospy,needle biopsy,bronchoscopic biopsy,video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery and mediastinoscopy) the risk of death from needle biopsy is rare. The risk of death from open biopsy is one in 3,000 cases. In mediastinoscopy, death occurs in fewer than one in 3,000 cases.
Do they have to break two chest bones for open lung biopsy?
yes
What risks are associated with the open biopsy method of lung biopsy?
Possible complications of an open biopsy include infection or pneumothorax. If the patient has very severe breathing problems before the biopsy, breathing may be further impaired following the operation.
How many types of biopsy test for lung diseases?
There are several types of biopsy tests for lung diseases, including bronchoscopy-guided biopsy, needle biopsy, thoracoscopic biopsy, and open lung biopsy. The specific type of biopsy recommended depends on the location and nature of the lung abnormality being evaluated.
Is there a video of an open lung biopsy?
yh im sure ther is somewhere out there on the great wide web
What procedure does an open lung biopsy involve?
Some lung tissue is removed and the cut closed with stitches. The entire procedure usually takes about an hour. A chest tube is sometimes placed with one end inside the lung
What are possible complications of an open biopsy?
infection or lung collapse. Death occurs in about 1 in 3000 cases. If the patient has very severe breathing problems before the biopsy, breathing may be slightly impaired following the operation
What morbidity and mortality rates are associated with lung biopsies?
The risk of death from needle biopsy is rare. The risk of death from open biopsy is one in 3,000 cases. In mediastinoscopy, death occurs in fewer than one in 3,000 cases.
What are abnormal results of a lung biopsy?
Nodules in the lungs may be due to active infections such as tuberculosis, or may be scars from a previous infection. The lung cells on microscopic examination do not resemble normal cells,
What risks are associated with needle biopsy in relation to a lung biopsy?
Needle biopsy for a lung biopsy carries certain risks, including pneumothorax (collapsed lung), bleeding, infection, and damage to surrounding structures such as blood vessels or the diaphragm. Pneumothorax is the most common complication, occurring in about 20-30% of cases, but is usually minor and resolves on its own. Bleeding can occur during or after the procedure, but is typically minimal. Infection is rare but possible, and can be treated with antibiotics if it occurs.
What is the healing time for sore ribs after open lung biopsy?
I would love to know as i had had mine on 2nd July 2012 and i am still feeling very sore today 20th august
Open lung biopsy?
DefinitionAn open lung biopsy is surgery to remove a small piece of tissue from the lung. The sample is then examined for cancer, infection, or lung disease.Alternative NamesBiopsy - open lungHow the test is performedAn open lung biopsy is done in a hospital operating room under general anesthesia, which means you are asleep and pain-free. A tube will be placed through the mouth and into the airway that leads to the lungs.After cleaning the skin, the surgeon makes a cut in the chest area and removes a small piece of lung tissue. The wound is closed with stitches.A chest tube may be left in place for 1 - 2 days to prevent the lung from collapsing.How to prepare for the testYou should tell the health care provider if you are pregnant, allergic to any medications, and if you have a bleeding problem. Be sure to tell the health care team which medications you are taking (including any herbal preparations).You will be asked not to eat or drink for 8 to 12 hours before the procedure.How the test will feelWhen you wake up after the procedure, you will feel drowsy for several hours. You may have a mild sore throat from the tube. You will feel some discomfort and pain at the site of the biopsy.Why the test is performedThe open lung biopsy is done to evaluate lung problems seen on x-ray or CT scan.Normal ValuesThe lungs and lung tissue will be normal.What abnormal results meanAbnormal results may indicate:BenigntumorsCancerCertain infectionsLung diseasesThe procedure may also help diagnose a number of different conditions.What the risks areThere is a possibility of infection or an air leak into the chest. Your risk depends on whether or not you already have lung disease.
