Lung Cancer: Evaluation and Management

Lung cancer is the clinical condition characterized by rapid growth of cells in the lung tissues, which can invade nearby tissues and other parts of the body. Cancers that start in the lung are carcinomas. Lung cancer typically presents itself with various systemic and respiratory symptoms and symptoms consistent with cancer metastasis to adjacent structures. Lung cancers are classified in accordance with their histological type. They are carcinomas that arise from epithelial cells. The treatment of lung cancer includes surgery, palliative care, chemotherapy and radiation therapy. Advanced stage lung cancer is usually treated using targeted therapy. This book provides comprehensive insights into the evaluation and management of lung cancer. It presents researches and studies performed by experts across the globe. It is meant for students who are looking for an elaborate reference text on oncology.