Pulmonary Nodule and Lung Cancer: Diagnosis and Clinical Treatment
A special issue of Cancers (ISSN 2072-6694). This special issue belongs to the section "Cancer Therapy".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 June 2025 | Viewed by 230
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Interests: cancer; advanced imaging techniques; lung cancer
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Dear Colleagues,
The management and treatment of pulmonary nodules is a crucial area of research in thoracic oncology. Advancements in imaging technologies and therapeutic modalities have significantly evolved the approach to these conditions. This Special Issue, "Pulmonary Nodule and Lung Cancer: Diagnosis and Clinical Treatment", provides a comprehensive overview of current best practices, emerging research, and innovative techniques.
Pulmonary nodules, often discovered incidentally during imaging for other conditions, present a diagnostic challenge. Differentiating between benign and malignant nodules is essential for clinical decision making. High-resolution computed tomography (CT), positron emission tomography (PET), biopsy, and novel techniques like radiomics and AI-enhanced imaging are now crucial.
Managing solitary pulmonary nodules (SPNs) requires a balanced approach to minimize the risks of invasive procedures while ensuring accurate diagnosis. This Special Issue explores risk stratification models, surveillance protocols, and minimally invasive techniques for evaluating and treating SPNs. The early detection of localized lung cancer offers the potential for curative treatment. The latest advancements in surgical techniques, such as video-assisted and robotic-assisted surgery (VATS and RATS), have improved the precision and outcomes of lung cancer surgery. Additionally, stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT) as a non-surgical option and the integration of systemic therapies in neoadjuvant and adjuvant settings are critically reviewed.
This issue aims to disseminate cutting-edge research, clinical insights, and expert opinions, fostering multidisciplinary dialog to advance the field and improve patient outcomes.
Dr. Morena Fasano
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- pulmonary nodules
- localized lung cancer
- advanced imaging techniques
- minimally invasive surgery
- systemic therapies
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