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Valentina Bertaglia1,1, Stefania Vallone2,2, Maria Vittoria Pacchiana1,1

  • 1Department of Oncology, University of Turin, San Luigi Hospital, Orbassano, Turin, Italy.

Lung Cancer Management
|January 16, 2019
PubMed

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Squamous cell lung cancer (SqCLC) treatment is challenging due to limited targeted therapies and resources. More SqCLC-specific patient materials are needed to improve care and outcomes for this common lung cancer subtype.

Area of Science:

  • Oncology
  • Thoracic Surgery
  • Pulmonology

Background:

  • Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) accounts for 85% of lung cancers, with squamous cell lung cancer (SqCLC) being the second most prevalent subtype.
  • SqCLC presents significant treatment challenges due to a lack of 'druggable' mutations and limited specific resources.
  • Existing therapeutic advancements for lung cancer have shown limited progress for SqCLC patients.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review available and emerging therapeutic options and resources for SqCLC patients.
  • To assess patient-reported information on smoking habits and guilt.
  • To evaluate the accessibility of helpful resources for SqCLC patients.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of current and novel therapeutic strategies for SqCLC.
  • Monocentric survey collecting data on patient smoking habits and sense of guilt.
  • Analysis of patient-reported resource availability and utilization.

Main Results:

  • SqCLC treatment remains difficult, with limited targeted therapy options.
  • A survey indicated a need for better patient support and resources.
  • Patients' access to and awareness of SqCLC-specific information is insufficient.

Conclusions:

  • There is a critical need for enhanced therapeutic strategies and 'druggable' targets in SqCLC.
  • Development of SqCLC-specific educational and support materials is essential.
  • Improving resource accessibility can positively impact treatment adherence and patient outcomes.
Keywords:
squamous cell lung cancertherapeutic optionsunmet needs

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