What's new in thoracic oncology

J Surg Oncol. 2024 Jan;129(1):128-137. doi: 10.1002/jso.27535. Epub 2023 Nov 30.

Abstract

Many changes have occurred in the field of thoracic surgery over the last several years. In this review, we will discuss new diagnostic techniques for lung cancer, innovations in surgery, and major updates on latest treatment options including immunotherapy. All these have significantly started to change our approach toward the management of lung cancer and have great potential to improve the lives of our patients afflicted with this disease.

Keywords: artificial intelligence; immunotherapy; lung cancer; ninth edition TNM staging; uniportal surgery.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Humans
  • Immunotherapy
  • Lung Neoplasms* / pathology
  • Neoplasm Staging