Lung cancer Flashcards
1
Q
What are the different ways lung cancer can present?
A
Asymptomatic Respiratory symptoms - cough, SOB, pleural effusion SVCO Horner's syndrome Metastases Paraneoplastic syndromes Unexplained PE
2
Q
Name some Paraneoplastic syndromes
A
Clubbing Hypercalcaemia (PTrP release from small cell) Anaemia SIADH - from small cell (Hyponatraemia) Cushings *Pleural effusion counts as metastases*
3
Q
What are the different types of lung cancer?
A
Small cell carcinoma Adenocarcinoma Squamous cell carcinoma Large cell Mesothelioma (cancer of the plura) Bronchioalveolar
4
Q
What are the diagnostic tests for lung cancer?
A
Bloods - FBC, U&Es, Ca, LFTs, INR CXR Staging CT (Contrast, chest abdo pelvis) PET scan to look for mets Histology - Bronchoscopy, CT biopsy, Thoracoscopy *MDT approach*
5
Q
What are the different treatment options for lung cancer?
A
Curative surgery Surgery and adjuvant chemotherapy Chemotherapy Radiotherapy Palliative care Watch & wait
