Lung Cancer Flashcards
1
Q
Describe the aetiology of lung cancer
A
Smoking and occupation
2
Q
Describe the different types of lung cancer
A
non-small cell cancer
- squamous
- adenocarcinoma
- large cell carcinoma
Small cell cancer
- Endocrine
3
Q
Describe the symptoms of lung cancer
A
- cough
- haemoptysis
- dyspnoea
- chest pain
- shoulder pain
4
Q
Describe the signs of lung cancer
A
- cachexia (weakness and wasting of the body)
- anaemia
- clubbing
- hoarse voice
5
Q
Describe the tests for lung cancer
A
- sputum
- pleural fluid
- CXR
- CT
- bronchoscopy (biopsy)
- PET
6
Q
Describe the treatment for cancer
A
- chemotherapy
- radiotherapy
- surgery
