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Multiple primary lung cancers: radiographic and bronchoscopic diagnosis
Journal of Thoracic Imaging
|January 1, 1993
Summary
Multiple primary lung cancers occurred in 1.2% of cases reviewed. Squamous cell carcinoma was the most frequent type, often appearing bilaterally and synchronously in heavy smokers.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Pulmonology
- Pathology
Background:
- Multiple primary lung cancer (MPLC) presents unique diagnostic and therapeutic challenges.
- Understanding the clinicopathologic features of MPLC is crucial for effective patient management.