Cancer of the Lung and Pleura

Abstract

In industrialized countries, approximately one fifth of all cancer deaths in women and one third of those in men are due to lung cancer. Rates of lung cancer are continuing to increase in most countries of the world. While efforts in early detection and adequate treatment have failed to reduce lung cancer mortality significantly, the major cause of this disease is known to be cigarette smoking. Primary prevention through control of cigarette smoking is the most important measure for combating this disease.