Lung cancer is the most common form of cancer in the world and a major cause of death. This book brings together research from around the world. The two main types of primary lung cancer small cell and non-small cell are also examined.

Lung cancer is the most common form of cancer in the world, and a major cause of death. About 1 in 5 lung cancers are small cell. Causes of lung cancer are primarily smoking, but include as well exposure to radon, asbestos, uranium, arsenic, and certain pe