Treatments to help you breathe

Some treatments can clear cancer cells from the airways or lung to help you breathe more easily.

Cryotherapy for lung cancer

Cryotherapy is a treatment for metastatic lung cancer that freezes cancer cells. It can shrink a tumour that is blocking an airway.

Tube to keep the airway open (airway stent)

A stent is a hollow tube that may be placed in your airway. It opens the narrowed area and helps you breathe.

Last reviewed: 
18 Aug 2017