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lung cancer

The Columbia Encyclopedia, Sixth Edition
lung cancer cancer that originates in the tissues of the lungs . Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in the United States in both men and women. Like other cancers, lung cancer occurs after repeated insults to the genetic material of the cell. By far the most common source of these insults is tobacco smoke, which is responsible for about 85% of U.S. lung cancer deaths (see smoking ). The incidence of lung cancer in other countries follows their smoking patterns. Some other carcinogens known to cause lung cancer are found in the workplace. These include bischloromethyl ether... Read more
Lung Cancer
U*X*L Complete Health Resource LUNG CANCER DEFINITION Lung cancer is a disease in which the cells of lung tissues grow uncontrollably ... is a mass or lump of tissue made of abnormal cells. DESCRIPTION Lung cancer is the leading cause of death from cancer among both men and women ... Read more
Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell
Gale Encyclopedia of Cancer Lung cancer, non-small cell Definition Non-small cell lung cancer is a disease in which the cells of the ... tumors. Description There are two kinds of lung cancers, primary and secondary. Primary lung cancer ... Read more

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