Flashcards in Respiratory Deck (12)
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What are the subtypes of lung cancer and which is more prevalent?
small cell lung cancer: 20%
non small cell lung cancer: 80%
2
Risk factors for SMALL CELL lung cancer?
smoking
3
where are adenocarcinoma of lung cancers most commonly found?
peripheral
4
which type of nsclc is associated with non-smokers?
adenocarcinoma
5
which type of NSCLC is found in the central area of the lungs?
squamous cell carcinoma
6
what tumor affects the brachial plexus?
PANCOAST tumor
7
what type of aggressive lung cancer spreads through the lymphatic system
small cell carcinoma
8
what type of cancer mets to the lungs?
breast, prostate, colon, gastric
9
where does lung cancer mets?
liver, brain , bone
10
how is lung cancer diagnosed?
chest x-ray CT biopsy
11
mesothelioma : how long after exposure?
asbestos ; dypnea and chest pain; 20-40 years after exposure
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