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Explore new and notable updates in thoracic oncology, including a study on patient perspectives on longitudinal adherence to lung cancer screening; a review of techniques for optimal tissue acquisition, handling, and processing; and resources to help your patients better understand their lung cancer diagnosis. Read the latest updates from the Thoracic Oncology and Chest Procedures Network in the CHEST Physician® publication, access the latest guidelines and statements, and more.
The Relative Survival Impact of Guideline-Concordant Clinical Staging and Stage-Appropriate Treatment of Potentially Curable Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Patient Perspectives on Longitudinal Adherence to Lung Cancer Screening
The Impact of Persistent Smoking After Surgery on Long-term Outcomes After Stage I Non-small Cell Lung Cancer Resection
Clinical Outcomes of Immune Checkpoint Inhibitor Therapy in Patients With Advanced Non-small Cell Lung Cancer and Preexisting Interstitial Lung Diseases: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Standardizing the Reporting of Incidental, Non-Lung Cancer (Category S) Findings Identified on Lung Cancer Screening Low-Dose CT Imaging
Guideline Recommended Lung Cancer Screening Adherence is Superior with Centralized Approach Nichole T. Tanner, MD, MSCR, FCCP, and Dominique Pepper, MD (moderator)
This visual abstract compares data from a large cohort of adults to explore whether the long-term risk of cardiovascular outcomes among patients with early-stage non-small cell lung cancer differs by treatment type and tumor laterality.
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Review current guidelines in lung cancer screening and treatment—and hear personal experiences from experts in the field—in this webinar recording.
Test your knowledge by facing multiple levels of challenging clinical questions about treating patients with lung nodules in this interactive game.
Explore various strategies for improving the quantity and quality of cytology and small volume biopsy specimens, with tips from expert pathologists and a medical oncologist.
A diagnosis of lung cancer can be devastating for patients. Help them better understand every aspect of the disease with this page from the CHEST Foundation. Information covers everything from symptoms to watch for, treatment options, and the unique ways women may experience lung cancer to other resources to help them cope. Patients can review the PDF patient guide for more in-depth information or access infographics on what they need to know about lung cancer and biopsies for quick-hit answers.
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Adjuvant and neoadjuvant therapies in early stage lung cancer Review the latest data on the evolving landscape of targeted therapies for patients with lung cancer.
Role of EBUS for staging and prognostication in patients with lung cancer What is the prognostic impact of endobronchial ultrasound-guided transbronchial needle aspiration (EBUS-TBNA)? This article explores current diagnostic tools and the role of invasive mediastinal staging in patients with T1 disease.
FIRS partners address tobacco industry for World No Tobacco Day Read more about the specific concerns CHEST and other members of the Forum of International Respiratory Societies (FIRS) directed toward the tobacco industry.
Using Bronchoscopy to Optimize Targeted Therapy in Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Watch this overview of new treatments for non-small cell lung cancer and the way these emerging therapies are changing how oncologists and pulmonologists work together.
Bronchoscopy, EBUS-TBNA, and CT-Guided Biopsy Enhance your understanding of strategies for diagnostic procedures such as bronchoscopy, and review pros and cons for each tactic.
Screening for Lung Cancer: CHEST Guideline and Expert Panel Report Read the latest recommendations on lung cancer screening, including updates on the benefits, harms, and implementation of low-dose chest CT screening.
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