Pulmonary carcinoid tumours: A multi-centre analysis of survival and predictors of outcome following sublobar, lobar, and extended pulmonary resections

Abstract

Background: Pulmonary carcinoids are rare neoplasms, accounting for approximately 1%–2% of all lung malignancies. A retrospective analysis was undertaken of all patients who underwent surgical resection of pulmonary carcinoid tumours across multiple institutions in Melbourne, Australia. Methods: From May 2000 through April 2020, 241 patients who underwent surgical resection of pulmonary carcinoid tumours were retrospectively reviewed. Patient demographics, pathologic data, and long-term outcomes were recorded. Results: Median age was 57.7 years and the majority of patients were female (58.9% vs. 41.1%). Typical carcinoid was present in 77.1%. Histological subtype was associated with several ..