Cancer types

Small cell lung cancer

Small cell lung cancer · SCLC

Start by understanding the stage and previous treatment.

Sources checked · Introductory guide

Why stage matters

Treatment is often discussed in terms of limited-stage or extensive-stage disease. The extent of cancer and overall health inform the plan.[1]

How is treatment planned?

Chemotherapy, immunotherapy and radiation may be used depending on the situation. For recurrence, the team reviews earlier treatment and response.[1]

Questions for your care team

  • What is my stage and the goal of this treatment?

Sources and scope

Source documents are in English.

  1. NCI · Small Cell Lung Cancer Treatment (PDQ) (opens in a new tab)

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.

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