small cell lung cancer

Question 1

small cell lung cancer

Answer 1

neuro endocrine tumor
rapid growth

can secrete anti diuretic hormone
-leads to hyponatremia

Question 2

small cell lung cancer staging

Answer 2

limited stage- confined to a single hemithorax confined to a single radiotherapy field

extensive disease - extends beyond single hemithorax

Question 3

small cell lung cancer treatment

Answer 3

role of surgery is usually limited due to late presentation

limited stage - combined chemo radiotherapy

advanced stage - chemotherapy