Redevelopment of small cell lung cancer after a long disease-free period: a case report

Jpn J Clin Oncol. 2002 Jan;32(1):30-2. doi: 10.1093/jjco/hyf008.

Abstract

Although it has been reported that the risk of second malignancies increases in long-term survivors of small cell lung cancer (SCLC) and late recurrence of SCLC is sometimes experienced, it seems uncommon. We recently experienced a case of redevelopment of SCLC after a long disease-free period. The case was considered to be second primary SCLC more than 10 years after the initial treatment. The necessity for lifelong follow-up in long-term survivors of SCLC is emphasized.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Carcinoma, Small Cell / pathology*
  • Disease-Free Survival
  • Humans
  • Lung Neoplasms / pathology*
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Neoplasms, Second Primary / pathology*
  • Time Factors