Abstract A residual lung parenchyma abscess following pulmonary resection for lung cancer is a rare and potentially serious condition. We present a case of successful nonoperative management of a lung abscess that developed after a right upper lobectomy for adenocarcinoma in a 76-year-old man who experienced systemic symptoms 6 weeks after his initial surgery. Imaging revealed an abscess in the previous surgical cavity. We discuss management strategies and challenges associated with this uncommon condition.
Kim et al. (2025) studied this question.