Updates in Thoracic Surgery and Oncology

Surgery of the chest, particularly extirpative surgery for malignancy, is uniquely complex. Cancers are aggressive, and resectability is limited by both anatomic constraints and patient performance status. Unfortunately, locoregional as well as systemic recurrences are common with limited salvage options. The last 2 decades has seen tremendous advancements in thoracic oncology. Early detection and screening have reduced mortality for early esophageal and lung cancers. Moreover, locally advanced and systemic disease can be treated with targeted therapeutics and now immunotherapy.
Source: Surgical Oncology Clinics of North America - Category: Surgery Authors: Tags: Preface Source Type: research