Small Cell Lung Cancer: Current Therapy and Promising New Regimens
- 1 June 2002
- journal article
- review article
- Published by Oxford University Press (OUP) in The Oncologist
- Vol. 7 (3), 234-238
- https://doi.org/10.1634/theoncologist.7-3-234
Abstract
Learning Objectives: After completing this course, the reader will be able to: Understand the treatment options for limited versus extensive small cell lung cancer. Understand the role of prophylactic cranial irradiation for small cell lung cancer. Understand second-line chemotherapy regiments for small cell lung cancer. Access and take the CME test online and receive one hour of AMA PRA category 1 credit at CME.TheOncologist.com In this review, we cover current therapy and promising new regimens and highlight areas where improvement is needed in the management of small cell lung cancer.Keywords
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