Cancer types
Non-small cell lung cancer
Non-small cell lung cancer
Stage and molecular/PD-L1 results can change treatment options.
Sources checked · Introductory guide
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Understanding the cancer
Includes adenocarcinoma and squamous cancers, distinct from small cell lung cancer.[1]
Before choosing treatment
Check histology, stage and treatment-related biomarkers such as EGFR.[1]
How treatment is planned
Options include surgery, radiation, chemotherapy, targeted therapy and immunotherapy.[1]
Questions for your care team
- Are all needed biomarker results available before choosing medicines?
Sources and scope
Source documents are in English.
General information based on official public sources. This is not a complete list of uses or side effects. Individual treatment decisions require your care team and current source documents. US-source uses do not establish local approval or reimbursement.