Use of the neutrophil to lymphocyte ratio (NLR) and the platelet to lymphocyte ratio (PLR) for prognostication of patients with early-stage non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) treated with stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT): a systematic review

ConclusionNLR and PLR appear to be relevant prognostic factors for OS following lung SBRT in stage I NSCLC. They may serve as accessible and inexpensive tests to aid in clinical decision-making but prospective validation is necessary.
Source: Journal of Radiation Oncology - Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research