IASLC Thoracic Oncology

Joined: February 26, 2024
Articles: 63

Hematology, Oncology, and Palliative Medicine

Assessing and Treating Tobacco Use in Lung Cancer Care

Summary of Key Points Addressing tobacco dependence in patients with cancer increases the quality of care by reducing their risk for treatment complications, improving their prognosis, and reducing the risk of disease recurrence and second primary cancers. Smoking cessation after…

December 24, 2023

Hematology, Oncology, and Palliative Medicine

Tobacco Control and Primary Prevention

Summary of Key Points Smoking is the predominant risk factor for development of lung cancer. As tobacco is introduced to societies, common patterns emerge. Typically, it is first used in men, then later in women. A 20- to 25-year lag…

December 24, 2023

Hematology, Oncology, and Palliative Medicine

Classic Epidemiology of Lung Cancer

Summary of Key Points Lung cancer incidence and mortality has declined among men in many countries, following a decline in the prevalence and level of smoking. Among women, lung cancer incidence and mortality is still increasing in many countries and…

December 24, 2023