7.2 Lung Cancer Flashcards
1
Q
What are the symptoms of lung cancer?
A
Weight loss Cough Malaise Wheeze Chest pain Dyspnoea
2
Q
What are some signs of lung cancer?
A
Cachexia Liver enlargement Finger clubbing Pleural effusion Skin metastases
3
Q
How can lung cancer be treated?
A
Surgery
Chemotherapy
Targeted therapies
Palliative care
4
Q
What is the most common type of lung cancer pathology?
A
Squamous cell carcinoma
5
Q
Where is lung cancer likely to metastasise to?
A
Bone Brain Lymph nodes Liver Adrenal glands
6
Q
What are the risk factors for lung cancer?
A
Smoking
Asbestos
Genetic links
Radon
7
Q
What investigations can be done if lung cancer is suspected?
A
Bronchoscopy Chest xray MRI CT Bone scan Ultrasound
