Compared with pre-surgical chemotherapy alone, adding perioperative immunotherapy improved event-free survival (EFS) in patients with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).
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More people with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) are likely to benefit from new drugs that target molecular alterations in tumour cells, with less need for chemotherapy.
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Should a More Individualised Model Be Used to Determine Who Should Be Screened for Lung Cancer?
A new study found that an alternative model to identify patients with lung cancer eligible for screening was more accurate than the currently used method.
A study revealed that key reproductive factors like early menopause and a shortened reproductive span are associated with elevated risks of female lung cancer.
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Stigmatisation of Smoking-Related Diseases Is a Barrier to Care and the Problem May Be on the Rise
A study aimed to identify and synthesise existing interventions to combat stigma associated with lung cancer and smoking-related respiratory diseases.
Fatigue is the symptom that most significantly impacts the daily lives of long Covid patients, and can affect quality of life more than some cancers.
Learn how to find the best lung cancer surgeon for your needs while maintaining a positive mindset and supporting your mental health throughout the process.
New study shows early-stage patients undergoing minimally invasive procedures have similar outcomes, encouraging a less aggressive approach to lung cancer surgery.
- Mind & Brain
Worsening Depression Cuts Survival in Lung Cancer Patients
by News Releaseby News ReleasePatients whose symptoms of depression got worse after diagnosis died significantly earlier than those whose symptoms stayed the same or improved.
- Clinical Psychology & Psychotherapy
AI Software Will Help Clinicians Diagnose Lung Cancer Earlier and Reduce Waiting Lists for Patients
Artificial intelligence software that will help doctors to make quicker and more accurate decisions when diagnosing potentially cancerous lung lesions.