| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8652774 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2018 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
Survival of patients with SMLC is strongly correlated with the tumor size, differentiation, and lymphatic metastases but not with clinical TNM stage. The Martini criteria based on histologic subtyping has certain predictive value to survival. In comparison, tumor size is of greater value for prognosis. Both of the criteria above are much better than the TNM classification. The 5-year survival rate of 100% in patients with tumors sized 0.8 cm or smaller is extremely valuable for predicting survival after surgical resection.
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Authors
Jinghuan MD, PhD, Donglin MD, Xiaotong MD, Qin MD, Qiu MD, PhD, Xiaojun MD, PhD,