Lymphoproliferative Tumors of the Lung
Malignant primary lymphoproliferative tumors of the lung are rare and represent a small percentage of all primary malignant neoplasms of the lower respiratory tract. Much of the current knowledge regarding…
Handling and Grossing of Larger Cases
The correct procedures for handling resected tissue and preparing gross specimens for histologic evaluation of thoracic tumors are of great importance not only for diagnostic purposes but also for staging…
Clinical Management of Lung Cancer
Lung cancer is the most common cause of cancer death in North America. The 5-year relative survival rate among all patients with lung cancer is currently only 16%, compared with…
Imaging Tumors of the Lung and Pleura
In the past few decades, the use of computers has revolutionized imaging, with the introduction of technologies such as computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), ultrasonography, positron emission tomography…
Staging of Thoracic Malignancies: A Surgeon’s Perspective
The best hope for cure for most patients with malignancies involving the chest cavity lies with surgery. Complete resection of all gross disease with clear microscopic margins is the optimal…
