Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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5701925 | Journal of Thoracic Oncology | 2017 | 9 Pages |
Abstract
The proportion of untreated patients with stage IIIA and IV disease is increasing. Survival outcomes among patients with advanced-stage disease are superior with treatment, independent of selection bias. The benefits and risks of treatment should be carefully assessed before choosing to forego treatment.
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Authors
Elizabeth A. MD, Megan E. MD, Chin-Shang PhD, Chi-Lu MS, David T. MD, Lisa M. MD, MAS, Joy MD, MPH, Karen MD, Robert J. MD, MAS,