Lung cancer remains one of the most significant challenges within oncology. Despite progress in screening methods, diagnostic techniques, and targeted therapies, it continues to be the leading cause of cancer-related mortality globally. Notably, a considerable proportion of these deaths may be preventable, and early detection has the potential to significantly improve patient outcomes.

The silent epidemic

In India, lung cancer makes up nearly 6.9% of all new cancer cases and 9.3% of cancer deaths. Once seen as a disease mainly affecting smokers and the elderly, we now observe more non-smokers and younger patients being diagnosed. Factors like air pollution, passive smoking, workplace exposure, and genetic predisposition are becoming recognized as key causes.

Unfortunately, most patients

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