Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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2881966 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2007 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
PLC is a distinct prognostic factor for early stage lung carcinomas. Thus, we suggest that cytologic examination of PLC should be routine, even for patients with stage I NSCLCs before beginning lung resection. Moreover, curative resection, followed by adjuvant systemic therapy, could be necessary for improvement of outcome.
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Authors
Yukitoshi MD, PhD, Rira CT, Yuichi MD, PhD, Takeshi MD, PhD, Sakae MD, Ken MD,