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Prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in American men and the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths. However, the decision whether to pursue early detection of prostate cancer is complex; because not all men with prostate cancer will die of this disease, treatment is not necessary for some. These guidelines are intended to help men and clinicians choose a program for early detection of prostate cancer and make decisions about the need for prostate biopsy.

For the most recent version of the guidelines, please visit NCCN.org

Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related death in both men and women in the United States. An estimated 213,380 new cases (114,760 men and 98,620 women) of lung and bronchus cancer will be diagnosed in 2007, and 160,390 deaths (89,510 in men, 70,880 in women) are estimated to occur because of the disease. Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) accounts for 80% to 85% of all lung cancer cases and includes 3 major types: (1) adenocarcinoma; (2) squamous cell (epidermoid) carcinoma; and (3) large-cell carcinoma. Adenocarcinoma is the most common type of lung cancer seen in the United States and is also the most frequently occurring cell type in nonsmokers. Important updates to the 2008 guidelines on NSCLC include the addition of tables on drugs and dosing information on chemotherapy regimens for adjuvant therapy.

For the most recent version of the guidelines, please visit NCCN.org

To properly identify and treat patients with prostate cancer, physicians must have an in-depth understanding of the natural history and diagnostic, staging, and treatment options. Prostate cancer is a complex disease, with many controversial aspects of management and a dearth of sound data to support recommendations. Several variables must be considered in tailoring prostate cancer therapy to each individual patient. These guidelines provide a framework on which to base treatment decisions. Important changes to the guidelines since last publication include the introduction of Principles of Life Expectancy Estimation table and changes in recommendations for both hormone and chemotherapy.

For the most recent version of the guidelines, please visit NCCN.org