Segmentectomy Treatment in India
About Segmentectomy
Key Highlights
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Lung-preserving surgery that removes only the diseased segment, conserving healthy tissue.Often performed using minimally invasive techniques (VATS or robotic surgery) for smaller incisions.Typically results in less post-operative pain and a quicker recovery than a lobectomy.Helps preserve pulmonary function, which is vital for patients with pre-existing lung conditions.Considered a standard of care for select early-stage lung cancers and certain benign conditions.Lower risk of major complications compared to more extensive lung resections./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Early-stage non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), typically Stage IA, with a tumor size less than 2 cm.
- Patients with compromised lung function (e.g., COPD, emphysema) who cannot tolerate removal of an entire lobe.
- Diagnosis of a benign lung tumor or nodule that is suspicious or causing symptoms.
- Localized fungal or bacterial infections (e.g., aspergilloma, tuberculosis) confined to one segment.
- Treatment of certain congenital lung malformations.
- Metastatic cancer isolated to a single lung segment.
How to prepare
- Complete pre-operative evaluation including pulmonary function tests (PFTs), CT scan, and often a PET scan.
- Cardiac assessment (ECG, possibly echocardiogram) to ensure fitness for surgery.
- Blood tests to check coagulation status and overall health.
- Pre-operative counseling with the surgeon and anesthesiologist to discuss the procedure and anesthesia.
- Smoking cessation is mandatory for several weeks before surgery to improve healing.
- Adjustment or temporary cessation of certain medications, such as blood thinners, as directed by the doctor.
- Fasting for 8-12 hours prior to the scheduled surgery time.
Risks & possible complications
- Bleeding (hemorrhage) during or after the procedure.
- Infection at the incision site or within the chest (empyema).
- Air leak (prolonged pneumothorax) from the lung surface, which may require a longer hospital stay.
- Reaction to anesthesia.
- Blood clots (deep vein thrombosis) that could travel to the lungs (pulmonary embolism).
- Persistent post-operative pain or numbness around the incision site.
- Rarely, injury to nearby structures like nerves, blood vessels, or the heart.
- Recurrence of cancer, which is a risk with any lung-sparing procedure.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Hospital stay typically involves 3-5 days for monitoring, pain management, and chest tube care.
- Pain is managed with medications; deep breathing and coughing exercises are crucial to prevent pneumonia.
- A chest tube drains fluid and air from the surgical site and is removed once the lung is fully expanded.
- Early mobilization is encouraged to prevent blood clots and improve lung function.
- Patients are advised to avoid heavy lifting and strenuous activity for 4-6 weeks.
- Follow-up appointments are scheduled for wound check, removal of stitches/staples, and imaging to assess healing.
- Pulmonary rehabilitation may be recommended to regain strength and lung capacity.
- Full recovery and return to normal activities usually takes 6-8 weeks.
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Typical hospital stay:
3-5 days
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Expected recovery time:
6-8 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering segmentectomy in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for segmentectomy in India include Kamineni Hospital, King Koti, Manipal Hospital Varthur Road, Artemis Hospital Gurgaon, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform segmentectomy. MediFyr helps you compare pulmonologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for segmentectomy compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Segmentectomy in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated pulmonology teams and experience managing patients undergoing segmentectomy.
Hyderabad, India
20 Doctors
James Jones, a 68-year-old retired construction...
James Jones, a 68-year-old retired construction supervisor and lifelong smoker (quit 5 years ago), had a persistent cough and fatigue for months. A routine chest X-ray for his COPD revealed a small, suspicious nodule in the right upper lobe. A follow-up CT scan and biopsy confirmed a Stage IA non-small cell lung cancer. His pulmonologist, Dr. Chen, recommended a segmentectomy, removing just the cancerous segment of the lobe, to preserve as much lung function as possible given his COPD. James was terrified of a major surgery and feared he wouldn't be able to breathe afterward. The minimally invasive VATS (video-assisted thoracic surgery) procedure went smoothly. Post-op, he had some pain and was cautious with breathing exercises, but within weeks, his stamina improved. At his 3-month follow-up, scans showed no evidence of cancer, and his lung function tests were better than expected. James moved from fear and resignation to profound relief and gratitude, feeling he'd been given a second chance to enjoy his grandchildren.
Pulmonologists for Segmentectomy
Explore experienced pulmonologists who regularly perform segmentectomy and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
- 15 Years Experience
- Pulmonologist
Miot Hospital Chennai, Chennai
- 23 Years Experience
- Pulmonologist
Miot Hospital Chennai, Chennai
- 24 Years Experience
- Pulmonologist
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 22 Years Experience
- Pulmonologist
Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar, Bhubaneshwar
- 20 Years Experience
- Pulmonologist
Artemis Hospital Gurgaon, Gurgaon
- 35 Years Experience
- Pulmonologist
Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar, Hyderabad
- 33 Years Experience
- Pulmonologist
- 33 Years Experience
- Pulmonologist
Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar, Hyderabad
- 32 Years Experience
- Pulmonologist
Kamineni Hospital, King Koti, Hyderabad
- 32 Years Experience
- Pulmonologist
Metro Hospital, Sector 11, Noida
- 29 Years Experience
- Pulmonologist
- 26 Years Experience
- Pulmonologist
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 25 Years Experience
- Pulmonologist
Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar, Hyderabad
- 15 Years Experience
- Pulmonologist
Kamineni Hospital, Tadigadapa, vijayawada
- 14 Years Experience
- Pulmonologist
Metro Hospital, Sector 12, Noida
- 12 Years Experience
- Pulmonologist
Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar, Hyderabad
- 8 Years Experience
- Pulmonologist
Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar, Bhubaneshwar
- 7 Years Experience
- Pulmonologist
Metro Hospital, Sector 12, Noida
- 6 Years Experience
- Pulmonologist
Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar, Hyderabad
- 4 Years Experience
- Pulmonologist
Kamineni Hospital, Tadigadapa, vijayawada