You may be monitored in the intensive care unit (ICU) for the first day or so.
The ICU is designed to take care of people who are very ill.
It is not focused on accommodating family and friends.
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In most cases, the breathing tube can be removed on the same day as your surgery.
Chest Tubes
Your incisions will have been closed after the procedure.
The removal usually occurs three to four days after surgery but may take longer if the procedure was extensive.
If the tube is left in longer than normal, it doesn’t mean your recovery is going poorly.
The formation of blood clots, also known as venousthromboembolism, significantly impacts your recovery and lowers survival rates.
Trust that your surgeon will best know when it’s a good time to discharge you.
Not only does VATS require a shorter hospital stay, but it also results in fewer surgical complications.
Pace yourself when you return home.
Your healthcare provider will recommend when you should return to work.
But even then, there may be some physical restrictions.
Complications
Complications following a lobectomy procedure are not uncommon.
Even once you are discharged, you should probably be aware of some possible problems.
As surgical pain eases, you may still have issues with your breathing.
These are normal; you simply need to persist with recovery and have patience.
Other complications, such as infections and blood clots, warrant immediate medical care.
It is important to know what symptoms should prompt you to call your healthcare provider.
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