Lung Cancer Survivorship - Post-Treatment Surveillance

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In this video, we review what patients can expect after successfully completing curative treatment for lung cancer.

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Read the full video transcript below:

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All patients with lung cancer require close follow-up after successfully completing treatment. 

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Follow-up is needed whether you undergo surgery with lobectomy, focused radiation with stereotactic radiation, or wide-field radiation for locally advanced disease. 

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Initially, follow-up is pretty close, usually every three to six months for at least two to three years. Followup typically entails physical exam and history by a physician, CAT scan of the chest, and counseling on smoking cessation.

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Smoking cessation means “help quitting smoking”.

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Patients who have new symptoms may require additional testing with either PET scan or MRI of the brain. This is not medical advice. 

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Talk to your doctor before making any medical decisions.

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