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Lung cancer-A global perspective.

Amanda McIntyre1, Apar Kishor Ganti2

  • 1University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, Nebraska.

Journal of Surgical Oncology
|April 19, 2017
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Lung cancer remains a global health crisis. This review explores worldwide variations in lung cancer, focusing on increasing non-smoker diagnoses and differing genetic mutations like EGFR and Kras.

Area of Science:

  • Oncology
  • Global Health
  • Genetics

Background:

  • Lung cancer is the primary cause of cancer mortality globally.
  • While tobacco use drives most cases, lung cancer in never-smokers is rising, particularly among Asian women.
  • Significant global disparities exist in lung cancer biology and prevalence.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review global variations in lung cancer incidence and biology.
  • To examine the increasing trend of lung cancer in never-smokers.
  • To discuss the implications of genetic mutations (e.g., EGFR, Kras) on lung cancer globally.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of global lung cancer studies.
  • Analysis of epidemiological data on lung cancer trends.
  • Examination of genetic mutation prevalence across different populations.
Keywords:
EGFR mutationglobal variationslung cancernon-smokersresources

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Main Results:

  • Lung cancer incidence varies significantly worldwide.
  • Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor (EGFR) mutations are more prevalent in Asian lung cancer patients.
  • Kras mutations are more common in Caucasian populations.

Conclusions:

  • Global variations in lung cancer necessitate tailored treatment strategies.
  • Understanding demographic and genetic differences is crucial for effective lung cancer management.
  • Further research into lung cancer in never-smokers and diverse populations is warranted.