Lung mass medical therapy

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Overview

Medical therapy for patients with lung mass vary and depends upon the underlying cause. The course and type of medical therapy to be administered is decided after the diagnosis has been established. Masses of benign nature are almost always left untreated but are followed up on regular basis according to the set criteria and guideline. Masses that exhibit continuous growth are aggressively addressed and managed.

Medical Therapy

  • Medical therapy for patients with lung mass vary and depends upon the underlying cause.
  • The course and type of medical therapy to be administered is decided after the diagnosis has been established.
  • Masses of benign nature are almost always left untreated but are followed up on regular basis according to the set criteria and guideline.
  • Masses that exhibit continuous growth are aggressively addressed and managed.
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