QuestionSBA
QuestionChoice
This type of lung cancer is primarily seen in smokers.

It accounts for 15-20% of lung cancers and has an aggressive nature with early metastases.
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Small cell lung cancer
QuestionChoice
This cancer develops in the lining of the lungs known as the pleura.

The only known cause is asbestos exposure.
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a
Mesothelioma
QuestionChoice
This is a type of non-small cell lung cancer that makeup 40% of lung cancers. This is seen in the periphery of the lung

smoking and asbestos exposure are both risk factors.

However, asbestos exposure mainly leads to mesothelioma so that is the most likely diagnosis.
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Adenocarcinoma
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This can cause cannonball metastases to the lungs which can be seen on X-ray.

There is no association with asbestos exposure.
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c
Renal cell carcinoma
QuestionChoice
This is a type of non-small cell lung cancer that makeup 20% of lung cancers. This is seen in the central parts of the lung so pneumonia secondary to obstruction is common.

Smoking is the most common cause.
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Squamous cell
Concept
Chapter
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Lung Cancer
Topic
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Respiratory
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80 year old presents to the GP with a chronic cough, haemoptysis and weight loss.

On further questioning, he states he is a retired constructor that previously worked with asbestos.

Which cancer would be most associated with this man?
a