Non small cell lung cancer primary prevention

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Maria Fernanda Villarreal, M.D. [2]

Overview

Primary prevention of non small cell lung cancer includes avoidance of smoking, smoking exposure, exposure to asbestos, and other high risk occupational jobs.

Primary Prevention

The following preventive measures reduce the risk of non small cell lung cancer:

• Avoid smoking
• Avoid passive smoking exposure