Growth of the specific fraction of individuals over 80 years of age among patients with lung carcinoma is illustrated by its incidence in Moscow. These patients account today for up to 8% of the total number of cases. Some of them may be successfully treated by operation. This was demonstrated in 11 cases. Recommendations on pre- and postoperative management of such patients are given. The authors emphasize that the patient's fate and the method of treatment should be prescribed only in an oncological medical institution.
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