Lung canceris themost common cancer worldwide and is associated
with significantmorbidity andmortality.In recent years,there have been
important developments in the techniques used to diagnose lung cancer
and in the treatment options available, allowingmore people to be given
anti-cancertreatment with the aimofincreasing survivalrates. This article
provides an overview oflung cancer, including epidemiology,risk factors,
diagnosis and treatment.It aims to provide healthcare professionals with
information to improve care delivery and patients’ quality oflife.