Lung - Lung tumors
5 important questions on Lung - Lung tumors
What are the four major histologic types of carcinomas of the lung?
- adenocarcinoma
- squamous cell carcinoma
- small cell carcinoma (a subtype of neuroendocrine carcinoma)
- large cell carcinoma
Adenocarcinoma has a variety of growth patterns. Which are these?
- acinar (gland-forming)
- papillary; mucinous
- Micropapillary
- solid types (with mucin)
What is characteristic of Squamous cell carcinomas?
- closely correlated with a smoking history
- arise centrally in major bronchi
- more common in men
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What are characteristics of Small cell lung carcinomas (SCLCs)
• More aggressive than NSCLC - Mean survival without treatment: 2-4 months
• Treatment: Chemotherapy
• 5 year survival: 2%
Besides chemo and surgery, what might also be an effective therapy for adenocarcinomas?
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