Cancer specialists are well aware that patients diagnosed with lung cancer are often asked to make quick decisions during a period of intense emotional crises. Written by one of the nation's leading oncologists, Myths & Facts About Lung Cancer dispels the many myths surrounding lung cancer, offering instead solid insight, facts, and realistic optimism. Heavily illustrated and punctuated throughout with patient quotes, this handbook identifies the most current screening and diagnostic techniques, treatment options, potential outcomes, support information, and much, much more.

Ideal for both professional and personal use, this softcover book arms the lung cancer patient with the information he or she will need to make rational decisions throughout the course of his or her therapy.