Detecting hidden circulating tumor cells in non-small cell lung cancer patients

(Institute for Systems Biology) Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC) is the most prevalent form of lung cancer, accounting for more than 80 percent of all lung cancer cases. Despite the aggressive nature of NSCLC, circulating tumor cells that lead to metastases often go undetected in the blood compared to breast, prostate, colorectal, and other cancers. Now, scientists have developed a novel method to better detect the circulating tumor cells that are a telltale sign of metastases.

https://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2021-03/ifsb-dhc030921.php

Source: EurekAlert! - Social and Behavioral Science - March 9, 2021 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news