Lung Cancer Flashcards
1
Q
What is the most common type of lung cancer?
A
SCC (40%)
Adenocarcinoma (41%)
Small Cell (15%)
Large Cell Carcinoma (4%)
2
Q
What are the causes for lung cancer?
A
Tobacco Smoke, Asbestos, Environmental Radon, Occupation, Pulmonary Fibrosis
3
Q
What are the signs of lung cancer?
A
Finger Clubbing, Lymphadenopathy, Pancoast Tumour
4
Q
What are the symptoms of lung cancer?
A
Shortness of breath, cough, haemoptysis, chest pain, lethargy, anorexia, weight loss
5
Q
What are the investigations for lung cancer?
A
CXR, FBC, calcium levels, spirometry, CT chest and abdomen
6
Q
What are the treatments for lung cancer?
A
Chemotherapy, radiotherapy, surgery - pneumonectomy or lobectomy
