Current Cancer Therapy Reviews - Volume 14, Issue 2, 2018

Introduction: Lung cancer is the most prevalent malignancy worldwide and accounts for more cancer-related deaths than any other disease site, despite advances in early detection and management. Radiation therapy is used in the management of all stages of non-small cell lung cancer, including adenocarcinoma in situ/minimally invasive adenocarcinoma, and small cell lung cancer. Conclusion: This article provides a brie Read More

Introduction: Malignant chest tumors are common tumors in humans. Among them, lung cancer including Non-Small-Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC) and smallcell lung cancer are the most common types. Surgery alone for early-stage, or in combination with chemotherapy and radiation therapy for more advanced disease have been the major components of treatment strategies for the past few decades. The recent discovery of on Read More

Introduction: Brachytherapy is a treatment in which sealed radioactive sources are used to deliver high doses of radiation at close distance to the tumor with rapid dose fall-off in the surrounding normal tissue resulting in high therapeutic ratio in oncological disease management. It is effective in palliative treatment for patients with symptoms of hemoptysis and dysnea resulting from endobronchial obstruction. Conclusion: In spi Read More

Palliation may be the goal of care for some patients with intra-thoracic lung cancer. Factors such as the extent of disease, comorbidities, performance status, or symptom burden, may indicate that patients are unsuitable for more aggressive approaches with a curative intent. A palliative treatment plan implies a focus on the effective relief and control of symptoms, while preserving both the quality and quantity o Read More

In Asia, North America and Europe, lung cancer remains one of the top contributors to cancer-related death. Oncology training programs span 4-5 years and palliative care fellowship is around 2 years. However, the multi-disciplinary conference is increasingly viewed as preferable to assist with decision making in most modern centers. Palliative care for lung cancer likewise differs between regions.

Introduction: End of life care can be given in a home setting, dedicated palliative care ward in a hospital or hospice. Nowadays, increasing number of patients request to have euthanasia or Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID) in the world. Such care can be provided legally in Canada since 2016. Conclusion: Different Canadian hospitals developed practical guidelines and procedures by 2017 already. Ramifications of MAID will be di Read More