NCCN Quick Guide™ | Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer - Treatment Planning

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Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Version 1.2015 Treatment Planning
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What tests do I need (continued)?
Stage II
PET/CT scan to see cell activity which might show cancer
MRI of your brain to look for tumors
Maybe MRI of spine and thoracic inlet if superior sulcus tumor
Bronchoscopy to look at your airways
Tests of lymph nodes in the center of your chest
Lung function tests if surgery may be an option
Stage III
PET/CT scan to see cell activity which might show cancer
MRI of your brain to look for tumors
Maybe MRI of spine and thoracic inlet if superior sulcus tumor
Bronchoscopy, if stage IIIA, to look at your airways
Tests of lymph nodes in the center of chest to confirm stage IIIA
Tests of lymph nodes in the center of your chest, above your collarbone, or
in your neck to confirm stage IIIB
Maybe lung function tests if surgery may be an option
Stage IV
PET/CT scan if cancer is in only one distant site
MRI of your brain, if there are symptoms, to look for tumors
Bronchoscopy if cancer is in only one distant site
Tests of cancer spread
Molecular testing if cancer is a widespread adenocarcinoma, large cell, or
other rare type
Maybe molecular testing if cancer is a widespread squamous cell
carcinoma
What's treatment like?
It depends on the type. Treatments differ by method, side effects, and what’s required of you.
Share your thoughts about treatment with your doctors so you get the best plan.
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