Abstract
Limited-stage small-cell lung cancer (SCLC) occurs in only one third of patients with SCLC, but it is potentially curable. Combined-modality therapy (chemotherapy and radiotherapy) has long been themainstay of therapy for this condition, butmore recent data suggest a role for surgery in early-stage disease. Prophylactic cranial irradiation seems to improve outcomes in patients who have responded to initial therapy. This review addresses the practical aspects of staging and treatment of patients with limited-stage SCLC.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 111-117 |
Number of pages | 7 |
Journal | Journal of oncology practice |
Volume | 12 |
Issue number | 2 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Feb 2016 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Oncology
- Oncology(nursing)
- Health Policy