The pivotal role of pathology in the management of lung cancer
Davidson, MR; Gazdar, AF; Clarke, BE
HERO ID
2218105
Reference Type
Journal Article
Subtype
Review
Year
2013
Language
English
PMID
| HERO ID | 2218105 |
|---|---|
| Material Type | Review |
| In Press | No |
| Year | 2013 |
| Title | The pivotal role of pathology in the management of lung cancer |
| Authors | Davidson, MR; Gazdar, AF; Clarke, BE |
| Journal | Journal of Thoracic Disease |
| Volume | 5 |
| Issue | Suppl 5 |
| Page Numbers | S463-S478 |
| Abstract | The last decade has seen significant advances in our understanding of lung cancer biology and management. Identification of key driver events in lung carcinogenesis has contributed to the development of targeted lung cancer therapies, heralding the era of personalised medicine for lung cancer. As a result, histological subtyping and molecular testing has become of paramount importance, placing increasing demands on often small diagnostic specimens. This has triggered the review and development of the first structured classification of lung cancer in small biopsy/cytology specimens and a new classification of lung adenocarcinoma from the IASLC/ATS/ERS. These have enhanced the clinical relevance of pathological diagnosis, and emphasise the role of the modern surgical pathologist as an integral member of the multidisciplinary team, playing a crucial role in clinical trials and determining appropriate and timely management for patients with lung cancer. |
| Doi | 10.3978/j.issn.2072-1439.2013.08.43 |
| Pmid | 24163740 |
| Is Certified Translation | No |
| Dupe Override | No |
| Comments | Journal: Journal of thoracic disease ISSN: 2072-1439 |
| Is Public | Yes |
| Language Text | English |