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1
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small cell lung cancer

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neuro endocrine tumor
rapid growth

can secrete anti diuretic hormone
-leads to hyponatremia

2
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small cell lung cancer staging

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limited stage- confined to a single hemithorax confined to a single radiotherapy field

extensive disease - extends beyond single hemithorax

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small cell lung cancer treatment

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role of surgery is usually limited due to late presentation

limited stage - combined chemo radiotherapy

advanced stage - chemotherapy