Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer: An Updated Overview
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Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Lung Cancer, Smoking, Lung Cancer Risk Factors, GVAX, NSCLC, NSCLC Treatment, NSCLC Epidemiology, Chemotherapy, Targeted Therapy, HIV and Lung Cancer, NSCLC Symptoms, NSCLC Diagnosis, Surgery, Low Dose Helical Computed Tomography, Radiographic Screening, Lung Cancer Overview, NSCLC Overview, Lung Cancer and smokingAbstract
Lung cancer is the most common cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide, as 2.1 million people were diagnosed with the disease and 1.8 million passed away from lung cancer worldwide in 2018.[1] The condition is split into two sections: Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC) and Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC). In this research paper, I discuss key aspects of NSCLC, including risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, prevention, and epidemiology. Lastly, I conclude by outlining ongoing research aiming to prevent NSCLC.
[1] Word Health Organization. Cancer Fact Sheet, 2018.
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