Men and women discussing lung cancerWhat to ask your doctor about lung cancer surgery

This page contains questions for your doctor about surgery for lung cancer

  • Why do I need an operation?
  • Which type of operation should I have and why?
  • Are there any other choices of treatment?
  • What are the risks and benefits of having this operation?
  • How safe is the operation you recommend for me?
  • Can the operation cure the cancer?
  • Will I need other treatment as well as surgery?
  • Are there any long term effects of this operation?
  • Will I have any pain after this operation?
  • Will I be able to breathe properly after this operation?
  • How can I help myself get over the operation?