Resection in the coexistence of lung cancer and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

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Abstract Background: The aim of this study is to evaluate the surgical perspective on the coexistence of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and lung cancer. Methods: Lung cancer and COPD are two diseases with high morbidity and mortality rates worldwide. In the present study, we present our experience with a total of 21 patients with both COPD and lung cancer who underwent surgical treatment in our center. This retrospective study included 21 patients with COPD and lung cancer who underwent preoperative pulmonary rehabilitation between 2019 and 2020 in our center. Statistical analyses were performed with SPSS version 15 package program. Results: This study included a total of 21 patients. The disease duration for patients diagnosed with COPD was 2–9 years. Positive correlations were noted between time since COPD diagnosis and intensive and nonintensive care hospitalization durations (p < 0.05). A positive correlation was noted between preoperative pulmonary rehabilitation period and clinic stay (p = 0.05). Conclusion: Meticulous preoperative evaluation in patients with both COPD and lung cancer is crucial to avoid negative outcomes. Furthermore, preoperative pulmonary rehabilitation increases the chance of resection for patients with COPD and should be considered.