Metastatic Lung Cancer
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Metastatic cancer to the lung describes the presence in lung tissue of tumor cells that originated in another organ and traveled there, without the lung necessarily being the starting point of the disease.
Signs that may appear: depending on the case, persistent cough, difficulty breathing, or chest discomfort may be described, although these symptoms are not exclusive to this condition.
Where does it come from? It reflects the spread of a tumor located in another part of the body to the lung through the circulation.
Team involved: its study involves the oncologist, the pulmonologist, and, in certain scenarios, the cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon. Because of its complexity, having an early professional evaluation is essential to understand each situation.
Data on 120 doctors who treat metastatic lung cancer
Which specialist treats metastatic lung cancer?
Metastatic lung cancer is mainly treated by a pulmonologist, with support from an oncologist and a cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon for comprehensive management. If you have persistent cough or shortness of breath along with a prior cancer diagnosis, see a pulmonologist or oncologist.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in metastatic lung cancer
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Rosa Elena Caballero Landinez
Dr. Edgar Varela Santoyo
Dr. Aslhie Oyuki Orzuna Vazquez
Dr. Miguel Ángel Martínez Benaiges
Dr. Guillermo Fojaco Villanueva
Dr. Ivette Victorino
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Sandra Herrera Rodriguez
Frequently asked questions
What is metastatic lung cancer?
Metastatic cancer to the lung describes the presence in lung tissue of tumor cells that originated in another organ and traveled there, without the lung necessarily being the starting point of the disease.
Which doctor treats metastatic lung cancer?
Metastatic lung cancer is mainly treated by a pulmonologist, with support from an oncologist and a cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon for comprehensive management. If you have persistent cough or shortness of breath along with a prior cancer diagnosis, see a pulmonologist or oncologist.