Analysis of factors related to chronic cough after lung cancer surgery

ConclusionsRight lung cancer, difficult airway, acute cough, and history of COPD are independent predictors of chronic cough after surgery. For patients with chronic cough, acupuncture therapy can shorten the recovery time and improve quality of life after surgery.

Source: Thoracic Cancer - March 14, 2019 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Ming ‐ran Xie, Yong‐fu Zhu, Mei‐qi Zhou, Sheng‐bing Wu, Guang‐wen Xu, Shi‐bin Xu, Mei‐qing Xu Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research