NET, also called lung carcinoid tumors, are the least dangerous kind of primary lung cancer. They develop from a special kind of cell that resides in the air sacs and grows slowly. Two types exist: typical neuroendocrine tumor and atypical neuroendocrine tumor. Surgery alone is used to treat both types — no other treatment is necessary after the tumor is removed.
Lung carcinoid tumors, or lung carcinoids, aren’t common. They usually grow slower than other lung cancers. They’re made up of neuroendocrine cells, which make hormones. Your neuroendocrine cells help control airflow and blood flow in your lungs.
Types of NET carcinomas of the lung include:
- Small cell lung cancer
- Large cell neuroendocrine carcinoma (LCNEC)
- Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC)
Why Choose Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center?
Sylvester is an NCI-designated cancer center. The National Cancer Institute has reaffirmed us as South Florida’s only NCI-designated cancer center. We have been recognized for our scientific leadership, our commitment to training the next generation of cancer researchers and providers, as well as our engagement with the communities that we serve. For patients, this designation translates into greater access to leading-edge treatment options, including clinical trials that prioritize your specific cancer.
The most experienced lung cancer detection and diagnosis team in South Florida. We specialize in achieving the most accurate, correct diagnosis of your cancer, often down to the genetic level.
Robotic video-assisted surgery program ranked among top 10 in the Southeast. Our excellent surgeons use robotic video-assisted technology to improve patient outcomes, including decreased blood loss in surgery, shorter hospital stays, and higher survival rates on average for appropriate patients.
Advanced radiation oncology tools. Our RapidArc® radiotherapy system delivers intensity modulated external radiation therapy (IMRT). These tools lead to more efficient and effective treatments, shorter treatment times, pinpoint accuracy in tumor targeting, and less damage to surrounding healthy tissue.
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