Abstract This article reviews the role of 18 F-2-deoxy- d -glucose (FDG) positron emission tomography (PET) imaging in staging, radiation therapy planning, and determination of prognosis and therapeutic response in…
Summary of Key Points • Many meta-analyses, outcomes and matched cohort studies demonstrate equal long-term outcomes for video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) and open lobectomy. • Matched comparisons generally demonstrate equal…
Summary of Key Points • In patients with clinically nonmetastatic small cell lung cancer (SCLC), positron emission tomography–computed tomography (PET–CT) as well as brain imaging is suggested to classify tumor…
Abstract Many factors influence the selection of patients for high dose curative-intent radiotherapy. Performance status remains the most important of the patient factors. Patients with a low performance status have…
Abstract Many factors influence the selection of patients for high dose curative-intent radiotherapy. Performance status remains the most important of the patient factors. Patients with a low performance status have…
Abstract Bronchovascular sleeve resection is an indispensable technique for thoracic surgeons. This technique is performed to preserve the patient’s lung function and quality of life after surgical procedures; thus, special…
Abstract Robotic surgery can be used for completely portal (no utility incision) or robotic-assisted (uses utility incision) techniques. Appropriate patient and port positioning are critical for a successful performance of…
Summary of Key Points • Staging of the mediastinum is a key component in the evaluation of patients with lung cancer and includes both preoperative and intraoperative components. • The…
Summary of Key Points • Up to 25% of patients with stage I nonsmall cell lung cancer are considered medically inoperable or high risk for surgery. • Therapies such as…
Abstract Multiple primary lung cancers occur in up to 10% of early stage lung cancer patients and their incidence is rising. Treatment and prognosis differ significantly from intrathoracic metastatic disease,…
