Epidemiology and Prevention of Lung Cancer Flashcards
1
Q
Epidemiology
A
> 1 Million people per year killed
90% male and 80% female lung cancer due to smoking
Resp for 26% total mortality of cancer
5 year survival: 15%
2
Q
Risk Factors
A
Smoking Radon (ionising radiation) Asbestos Vehicle exhausts Coal, coal tar, wildfires, wood burning--> PAH Outdoor pollution Unexplained
3
Q
Prevention
A
CARET
ATBC
