Should a 1.7cm Ground-Glass Opacity (GGO) Nodule Require Surgery?

1. Whether surgery is required for a 1.7cm ground-glass nodule depends on the nature of the nodule. If it is benign, observation over a period of time is recommended. If the nodule becomes cancerous, surgical intervention is needed as soon as possible.

2. If the nodule is benign, the probability of it becoming cancerous is relatively low, and the rate of increase in the nodule's diameter is relatively slow. In this case, regular hospital visits for follow-up and observation of the nodule's changes are sufficient, without the need for surgical intervention.

3. If the nodule becomes cancerous, its volume increases rapidly, potentially compressing lung tissue within a short period, affecting normal gas exchange in the lungs. Cancerous nodules may also metastasize and spread, having a relatively severe impact on health and even threatening life. At this point, surgical indications are met, and surgical removal is required as soon as possible to minimize the impact on the body.

4. If there is a 1.7cm ground-glass nodule in the body, it is recommended to quit smoking and drinking alcohol as soon as possible, stay away from areas with severe air pollution, and reduce stimulation to the lungs to aid recovery.