What is non small cell lung carcinoma
Alternative Names Cancer – lung – non-small cell; Non-small cell lung cancer; NSCLC Definition Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) is the most common type of lung cancer. It usually grows and spreads more slowly than small cell lung cancer. There are three forms of NSCLC: • Adenocarcinomas are often found in an outer area of the lung. • Squamous cell carcinomas are usually found in the center of the lung by an air tube (bronchus). • Large cell carcinomas can occur in any…
