Radiation therapy is a treatment that uses high-energy rays, like X-rays, gamma rays or protons, to target and destroy cancer cells. It works by damaging the DNA of cancer cells, preventing them from ...

Immunotherapy is a cancer treatment that harnesses the body’s immune system to fight cancer. It helps the immune system recognize and attack cancer cells, which can sometimes be hidden from the body’s ...

Lung volume reduction surgery (LVRS) is a treatment for end-stage lung disease caused by emphysema. Emphysema is a type of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) that causes shortness of breath ...

Dr. Joshua K. Sabari explains how surgery, radiation and therapy may reduce lung capacity and shares steps survivors can take to protect their breathing health. In a recent video interview, Dr. Joshua ...

Lung carcinoid tumors are rare neuroendocrine tumors, classified as typical or atypical, and grow slower than other lung cancers. Diagnosis involves imaging and biopsy, with treatment tailored to ...

Key Takeaways Catching tumors early is crucial to lung cancer survivalNew robotic technologies, along with other innovations, ...

Small cell lung cancer is one of the fastest-growing and most aggressive forms of cancer. Many people who are diagnosed with ...

Lung cancer is one of the most serious and common types of cancer in the world. It affects millions of people each year and is a leading cause of cancer-related deaths. One reason it is so difficult ...

A quiet signal inside a tumor may soon guide how surgeons treat early lung cancer. Researchers now report that hidden genetic ...