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What Is Non Small Cell Lung Carcinoma

Health Encyclopedia: Non Small Cell Lung Cancer Staging Systems

Staging Systems

Tests to Determine Cancer Stage. After diagnosing non-small cell lung cancer, the doctor makes treatment choices by determining the cancer's stage (how large the tumor is and how far the cancer has spread). To stage the cancer and determine other aspects of the disease, a number of tests are conducted:

The cancer cells are examined microscopically for size, shape, and other configurations.
Computer tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), or both, are used to scan the lung...

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Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer: Highlights

About The DiseaseNon-small cell lung cancers (NSCLC) include three cell types: squamous cell carcinoma, adenocarcinoma, and large cell carcinoma. In the early stages, surgery can treat all... Read more »

Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer: Complications

Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer: Introduction

Although lung cancer accounts for only 13% of all cancers, it is among the most lethal, accounting for over 28% of all cancer deaths. It is more deadly than colon, breast, and prostate... Read more »

Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer: References

ReferencesU.S. Food and Drugs Administration. Alert for Healthcare Professionals: Iressa (gefitinib).Fehrenbacher L. A Phase II, multicenter, randomized clinical trial to evaluate the efficacy and... Read more »

Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer: Diagnostic Tests

Diagnostic TestsChest X-Rays. In a small percentage of cases, a routine chest x-ray reveals the first signs of lung cancer. Usually, however, symptoms of existing lung cancer, such as coughing, chest... Read more »

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