Lung Cancer: A Comprehensive Guide to Multidisciplinary Management

By Erin Alexis Gillaspie MD MPH FACS, Leora Horn MD MSc MHPE, Amanda S. Cass PharmD

The diagnosis and treatment of lung cancer have undergone significant transformations in recent years, driven by cutting-edge research and technological advancements. This has led to improved survival rates and enhanced patient outcomes.

A Multidisciplinary Approach to Lung Cancer Management

Lung Cancer: An Evidence-Based Approach to Multidisciplinary Management is a comprehensive resource that covers every aspect of this rapidly evolving field. From new screening guidelines to innovative treatment approaches, this practical guide provides thorough, evidence-based coverage from leading experts in the field.

The book explores key topics such as:

• Small cell and non-small cell lung cancers
• Immunotherapy and molecular cohorts, including ROS1, BRAF, HER2, Met, and NTRK
• Oligometastatic disease and precision medicine approaches

Personalized Treatment Plans for Lung Cancer Patients

The book discusses individualized treatment plans, including chemotherapy, radiotherapy, targeted biomarker-derived therapies, and emerging immunotherapies. The authors also provide excellent visual guidance throughout, featuring algorithms, pathology specimens, anatomic drawings, and PET/CT and CT imaging for diagnosis and treatment planning.

Expert Insights and Real-World Experience

The book shares the experience and knowledge of medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, surgical oncologists, and thoracic radiologists, offering a real-world tumor board perspective. Each chapter begins with Top 5 Clinical Pearls, providing valuable insights and takeaways for healthcare professionals.

An accompanying eBook version is included with purchase, allowing users to access all text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, customize content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud.

Book Details:

• Publisher: Elsevier
• Edition: 1st edition
• Publication Date: December 22, 2023
• Language: English
• Hardcover: 352 pages
• ISBN-10: 0323695736
• ISBN-13: 978-0323695732