Doctors Test Radiation for Lung Cancer.
David Rumbach.
- South Bend Tribune, 2005.
- SIRS Enduring Issues 2006. Article 19, Health, 1522-323X; .
Articles Contained in SIRS Enduring Issues 2006. Originally Published: Doctors Test Radiation for Lung Cancer, Aug. 24, 2005; pp. 1.
"An Indiana University School of Medicine professor of radiation oncology wants to change the conventional wisdom that surgery is the best choice for treatment of early-stage lung cancer. Dr. Ronald C. McGarry is conducting two clinical trials designed to determine whether super-high doses of precisely targeted radiation--both with and without chemotherapy--can eradicate early-stage lung tumors." (SOUTH BEND TRIBUNE) This article reveals that tests are being performed to determine if radiation may be a viable treatment for early-stage lung cancer.