Evaluation of the efficacy and toxicity of chemotherapy for small-cell lung cancer in the Oncological Dispensary of the Voronezh Region

Abstract

Small-cell lung cancer occupies a leading position in terms of incidence among all types of cancer, and the prevalence of this oncology worldwide increases by 0.5 % every year. These tumors grow rapidly and metastasize early. Therefore, effective pharmacotherapy of this pathology is relevant today. Purpose of the study: to analyze case histories of patients with small-cell lung cancer and compare treatment regimens to evaluate their ef ficacy and toxicit y.