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Lung Cancer Edition: Top Headlines for Week of October 13, 2025


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In this edition, radiation is a 'strong alternative' for surgery, FDA approves combination therapy for small cell lung cancer and more.

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Radiation a 'strong alternative' to surgery for early-stage lung cancer

FDA approves lurbinectedin, atezolizumab combination for small cell lung cancer

Diagnostic yield high with robotic-assisted bronchoscopy in peripheral lung lesions

Machine learning model predicts urgent care visits during lung cancer treatment

Evidence is 'clear': Medicaid expansion significantly improves long-term cancer survival

References:

Gonzalez BD, et al. JCO Clin Cancer Inform. 2025;doi:10.1200/CCI-24-00315.

Kleber T, et al. Abstract 268. Presented at: ASTRO Annual Meeting; Sept. 27-Oct. 1, 2025; San Francisco.

Press Release

Schafer EJ, et al. Cancer Discov. 2025;doi:10.1158/2159-8290.CD-25-1244.

Steinack C, et al. OA1178: Robotic-assisted bronchoscopy with integrated cone-beam CT vs. conventional bronchoscopy for diagnosing peripheral pulmonary lesions: An open-label randomized controlled trial. Presented at: European Respiratory Society International Congress; Sept. 27-Oct. 1, 2025; Amsterdam.

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